How Much Is 6 Tablespoons of Sour Cream in Ounces?
6 tablespoons of sour cream weighs 3.04 oz. This is based on sour cream having a density of 230g 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 6 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 6 tablespoons of sour cream
- 1 tablespoon of sour cream = 14.38g
- 6 × 14.38 = 86.25g
- Convert grams to ounces: 86.25 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.04 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Thickness varies between brands. Full-fat, low-fat, and non-fat versions can have slightly different weights per measuring spoon.
Sour Cream at Different Amounts
How sour cream scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (6 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 6 tablespoons of sour cream (86.25g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
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?
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.