How Much Is 6 Tablespoons of Rolled Oats in Ounces?
6 tablespoons of rolled oats equals 1.19 oz. Rolled oats has a density of 90g per cup (5.63g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 6 tablespoons of honey would be 4.50 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 6 tablespoons of rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon of rolled oats = 5.63g
- 6 × 5.63 = 33.75g
- Convert grams to ounces: 33.75 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.19 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Rolled oats weigh 90g per cup. Always match the oat type your recipe specifies.
Rolled Oats at Different Amounts
How rolled oats scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (6 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 6 tablespoons of rolled oats (33.75g) is close in weight to a slice of bread (30g).
Other Amounts of Rolled Oats
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.20 oz | 0.20 oz | 0.27 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.40 oz | 0.40 oz | 0.54 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.60 oz | 0.60 oz | 0.81 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.79 oz | 0.81 oz | 1.07 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 0.99 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.34 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.19 oz | 1.21 oz | 1.61 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.59 oz | 1.61 oz | 2.15 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 1.98 oz | 2.01 oz | 2.68 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.38 oz | 2.42 oz | 3.22 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 3.17 oz | 3.22 oz | 4.29 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.
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.