How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Mashed Banana in Ounces?
1 tablespoon of mashed banana equals 0.50 oz. Mashed banana has a density of 225g per cup (14.06g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 tablespoon of honey would be 0.75 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of mashed banana
- 1 tablespoon of mashed banana = 14.06g
- 1 × 14.06 = 14.06g
- Convert grams to ounces: 14.06 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.50 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ripeness affects density. Riper fruit mashes more smoothly and packs more densely per cup than firmer fruit. Weigh for the most consistent results.
Mashed Banana at Different Amounts
How mashed banana scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 tablespoon of mashed banana (14.06g) is close in weight to a tablespoon of sugar (12.5g).
Other Amounts of Mashed Banana
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.50 oz | 0.50 oz | 0.67 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.99 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.34 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.49 oz | 1.51 oz | 2.01 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.98 oz | 2.01 oz | 2.68 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.48 oz | 2.52 oz | 3.35 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.98 oz | 3.02 oz | 4.03 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.97 oz | 4.03 oz | 5.37 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.96 oz | 5.03 oz | 6.71 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.95 oz | 6.04 oz | 8.05 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.94 oz | 8.05 oz | 10.73 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.