How Much Is 4 Tablespoons of Onion Powder in Ounces?
4 tablespoons of onion powder equals 0.99 oz. Onion powder has a density of 112g per cup (7g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4 tablespoons of honey would be 3.00 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 tablespoons of onion powder
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder = 7g
- 4 × 7 = 28g
- Convert grams to ounces: 28 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.99 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Onion powder weighs 112g per cup. For small amounts, the difference between a level and heaped measuring spoon can change the flavor noticeably.
Onion Powder at Different Amounts
How onion powder scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (4 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4 tablespoons of onion powder (28g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Onion Powder
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.25 oz | 0.25 oz | 0.33 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.49 oz | 0.50 oz | 0.67 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.74 oz | 0.75 oz | 1.00 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.99 oz | 1.00 oz | 1.34 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.23 oz | 1.25 oz | 1.67 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.48 oz | 1.50 oz | 2.00 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.98 oz | 2.00 oz | 2.67 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 2.47 oz | 2.50 oz | 3.34 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.96 oz | 3.01 oz | 4.01 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 3.95 oz | 4.01 oz | 5.34 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?
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.