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How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Margarine in Ounces?

Converting 5 tablespoons of margarine to ounces gives 2.50 oz. One tablespoon of margarine weighs 14.19g, so 5 tablespoons is 5 × 14.19 = 70.94g (2.50 oz). This conversion is specific to margarine because each ingredient has a different density.

5 tablespoons of margarine
=
2.50oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
2.50 oz (US) 2.54 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 3.38 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 1 tablespoon = 0.50 oz 2 tablespoons = 1.00 oz 3 tablespoons = 1.50 oz 4 tablespoons = 2.00 oz
Compare: 5 tablespoons butter = 2.50 oz 5 tablespoons cheddar cheese (shredded) = 1.25 oz 5 tablespoons cottage cheese = 2.49 oz
Convert a different ingredient
5 tablespoons of margarine is also
70.94 g (grams)
2.50

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 14.19g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 5 tablespoons of margarine
  2. 1 tablespoon of margarine = 14.19g
  3. 5 × 14.19 = 70.94g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 70.94 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.50 oz

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Margarine in stick form is easiest to measure using the wrapper markings, just like butter. One US stick = 113g = 1/2 cup = 8 tablespoons.

Margarine at Different Amounts

How margarine scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.

1 tbsp0.50 oz2 tbsp1.00 oz3 tbsp1.50 oz4 tbsp2.00 oz5 tbsp2.50 oz6 tbsp3.00 oz8 tbsp4.00 oz10 tbsp5.00 oz

Other Amounts of Margarine

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 tablespoon 0.50 oz 0.51 oz 0.68 oz
2 tablespoons 1.00 oz 1.02 oz 1.35 oz
3 tablespoons 1.50 oz 1.52 oz 2.03 oz
4 tablespoons 2.00 oz 2.03 oz 2.71 oz
5 tablespoons 2.50 oz 2.54 oz 3.38 oz
6 tablespoons 3.00 oz 3.05 oz 4.06 oz
8 tablespoons 4.00 oz 4.06 oz 5.42 oz
10 tablespoons 5.00 oz 5.08 oz 6.77 oz
12 tablespoons 6.01 oz 6.09 oz 8.12 oz
16 tablespoons 8.01 oz 8.12 oz 10.83 oz

Understanding the Units

What is a Tablespoon?

Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.

What is an Ounce?

Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 2.50 oz, based on margarine having a density of 227g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 14.19 (grams per tablespoon for margarine), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 5 tablespoons: 5 × 14.19 = 70.94g, then 70.94 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.50 oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh margarine on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Fat content has a small effect on density. Higher-fat versions are slightly lighter per volume because fat is less dense than water. The difference is usually under 5%, so this conversion works well for standard varieties.
Reverse the conversion: 2.50 oz × 28.3495 = 70.94g, then 70.94g ÷ 14.19 = 5 tablespoons. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026