How Much Is 4 Tablespoons of Raisins in Ounces?
4 tablespoons of raisins weighs 1.28 oz. This is based on raisins having a density of 145g 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 4 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 tablespoons of raisins
- 1 tablespoon of raisins = 9.06g
- 4 × 9.06 = 36.25g
- Convert grams to ounces: 36.25 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.28 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Dried fruit weights vary with moisture content. Freshly opened packages weigh more than fruit that has been exposed to air and dried further.
Raisins at Different Amounts
How raisins scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (4 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Raisins
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.32 oz | 0.32 oz | 0.43 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.64 oz | 0.65 oz | 0.86 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.96 oz | 0.97 oz | 1.30 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.28 oz | 1.30 oz | 1.73 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.60 oz | 1.62 oz | 2.16 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.92 oz | 1.95 oz | 2.59 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 2.56 oz | 2.59 oz | 3.46 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.20 oz | 3.24 oz | 4.32 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 3.84 oz | 3.89 oz | 5.19 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 5.11 oz | 5.19 oz | 6.92 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?
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.