How Much Is 5 Tablespoons of Ricotta in Ounces?
5 tablespoons of ricotta equals 2.71 oz. Ricotta has a density of 246g per cup (15.38g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5 tablespoons of honey would be 3.75 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 tablespoons of ricotta
- 1 tablespoon of ricotta = 15.38g
- 5 × 15.38 = 76.88g
- Convert grams to ounces: 76.88 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.71 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Ricotta weighs 246g per cup. For small amounts, weighing on a scale is more reliable than spooning into a measuring spoon.
Ricotta at Different Amounts
How ricotta scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5 tablespoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Ricotta
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.54 oz | 0.55 oz | 0.73 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.08 oz | 1.10 oz | 1.47 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.63 oz | 1.65 oz | 2.20 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.17 oz | 2.20 oz | 2.93 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.71 oz | 2.75 oz | 3.67 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.25 oz | 3.30 oz | 4.40 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.34 oz | 4.40 oz | 5.87 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.42 oz | 5.50 oz | 7.34 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.51 oz | 6.60 oz | 8.80 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.68 oz | 8.80 oz | 11.74 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.