How Much Is 8.7 Tablespoons of Oat Flour in Ounces?
8.7 tablespoons of oat flour equals 1.76 oz. Oat flour has a density of 92g per cup (5.75g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 8.7 tablespoons of honey would be 6.52 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8.7 tablespoons of oat flour
- 1 tablespoon of oat flour = 5.75g
- 8.7 × 5.75 = 50.03g
- Convert grams to ounces: 50.03 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.76 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
Oat Flour at Different Amounts
How oat flour scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8.7 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8.7 tablespoons of oat flour (50.03g) is close in weight to a large egg (no shell) (50g).
Other Amounts of Oat Flour
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.20 oz | 0.21 oz | 0.27 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.41 oz | 0.41 oz | 0.55 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.61 oz | 0.62 oz | 0.82 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.81 oz | 0.82 oz | 1.10 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.01 oz | 1.03 oz | 1.37 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.22 oz | 1.23 oz | 1.65 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.62 oz | 1.65 oz | 2.19 oz |
| 8.7 tablespoons | 1.76 oz | 1.79 oz | 2.39 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.03 oz | 2.06 oz | 2.74 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.43 oz | 2.47 oz | 3.29 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 3.25 oz | 3.29 oz | 4.39 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?
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.