How Much Is 11.84 Tablespoons of Molasses in Ounces?
11.84 tablespoons of molasses equals 8.87 oz. Molasses has a density of 340g per cup (21.25g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 11.84 tablespoons of honey would be 8.87 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 11.84 tablespoons of molasses
- 1 tablespoon of molasses = 21.25g
- 11.84 × 21.25 = 251.6g
- Convert grams to ounces: 251.6 ÷ 28.3495 = 8.87 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Sticky liquids like molasses are easier to measure if you lightly oil the measuring spoon first. The liquid will slide out cleanly.
Molasses at Different Amounts
How molasses scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (11.84 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 11.84 tablespoons of molasses (251.6g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).
Other Amounts of Molasses
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.75 oz | 0.76 oz | 1.01 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.50 oz | 1.52 oz | 2.03 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 2.25 oz | 2.28 oz | 3.04 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 3.00 oz | 3.04 oz | 4.06 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 3.75 oz | 3.80 oz | 5.07 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 4.50 oz | 4.56 oz | 6.08 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 6.00 oz | 6.08 oz | 8.11 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 7.50 oz | 7.60 oz | 10.14 oz |
| 11.84 tablespoons | 8.87 oz | 9.00 oz | 12.00 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 8.99 oz | 9.12 oz | 12.17 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 11.99 oz | 12.17 oz | 16.22 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?
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.