How Much Is 4 Tablespoons of Sour Cream in Ounces?
4 tablespoons of sour cream equals 2.03 oz. Sour cream has a density of 230g per cup (14.38g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4 tablespoons of honey would be 3.00 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 tablespoons of sour cream
- 1 tablespoon of sour cream = 14.38g
- 4 × 14.38 = 57.5g
- Convert grams to ounces: 57.5 ÷ 28.3495 = 2.03 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 (4 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4 tablespoons of sour cream (57.5g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
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?
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.