How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Sour Cream in Ounces?
Converting 1 tablespoon of sour cream to ounces gives 0.51 oz. One tablespoon of sour cream weighs 14.38g (0.51 oz). This conversion is specific to sour cream because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of sour cream
- 1 tablespoon of sour cream = 14.38g
- 1 × 14.38 = 14.38g
- Convert grams to ounces: 14.38 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.51 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most consistent results, weigh sour cream on a kitchen scale rather than measuring by volume.
Sour Cream at Different Amounts
How sour cream scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Sour Cream
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.51 oz | 0.51 oz | 0.69 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.01 oz | 1.03 oz | 1.37 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.52 oz | 1.54 oz | 2.06 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.03 oz | 2.06 oz | 2.74 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.54 oz | 2.57 oz | 3.43 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.04 oz | 3.09 oz | 4.11 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.06 oz | 4.11 oz | 5.49 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.07 oz | 5.14 oz | 6.86 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.08 oz | 6.17 oz | 8.23 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.11 oz | 8.23 oz | 10.97 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?
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.