How Much Is 12 Tablespoons of Mayonnaise in Ounces?
12 tablespoons of mayonnaise weighs 5.82 oz. This is based on mayonnaise having a density of 220g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 12 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 12 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise = 13.75g
- 12 × 13.75 = 165g
- Convert grams to ounces: 165 ÷ 28.3495 = 5.82 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Mayonnaise weighs 220g per cup. Low-fat and regular mayonnaise have slightly different densities.
Mayonnaise at Different Amounts
How mayonnaise scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (12 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 12 tablespoons of mayonnaise (165g) is close in weight to a smartphone (175g).
Other Amounts of Mayonnaise
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.49 oz | 0.49 oz | 0.66 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.97 oz | 0.98 oz | 1.31 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.46 oz | 1.48 oz | 1.97 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.94 oz | 1.97 oz | 2.62 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.43 oz | 2.46 oz | 3.28 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.91 oz | 2.95 oz | 3.94 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.88 oz | 3.94 oz | 5.25 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 4.85 oz | 4.92 oz | 6.56 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 5.82 oz | 5.90 oz | 7.87 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 7.76 oz | 7.87 oz | 10.50 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
What is an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.