How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Peanut Butter in Ounces?
Converting 5 tablespoons of peanut butter to ounces gives 2.84 oz. One tablespoon of peanut butter weighs 16.13g, so 5 tablespoons is 5 × 16.13 = 80.63g (2.84 oz). This conversion is specific to peanut butter because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon of peanut butter = 16.13g
- 5 × 16.13 = 80.63g
- Convert grams to ounces: 80.63 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.84 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Spoon peanut butter into the measuring spoon and pack gently to fill gaps. Do not scoop directly from the jar, which traps air.
Peanut Butter at Different Amounts
How peanut butter scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 tablespoons of peanut butter (80.63g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Peanut Butter
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.57 oz | 0.58 oz | 0.77 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.14 oz | 1.15 oz | 1.54 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.71 oz | 1.73 oz | 2.31 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.28 oz | 2.31 oz | 3.08 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.84 oz | 2.88 oz | 3.85 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.41 oz | 3.46 oz | 4.62 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.55 oz | 4.62 oz | 6.15 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.69 oz | 5.77 oz | 7.69 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.83 oz | 6.92 oz | 9.23 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 9.10 oz | 9.23 oz | 12.31 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
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.