How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Wheat Bran in Ounces?
1 tablespoon of wheat bran equals 0.13 oz. Wheat bran has a density of 58g per cup (3.63g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 tablespoon of honey would be 0.75 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of wheat bran
- 1 tablespoon of wheat bran = 3.63g
- 1 × 3.63 = 3.63g
- Convert grams to ounces: 3.63 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.13 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Different flour types have very different weights per cup. Always check the specific flour your recipe calls for rather than using a generic "flour" conversion.
Wheat Bran at Different Amounts
How wheat bran scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Wheat Bran
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.13 oz | 0.13 oz | 0.17 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.26 oz | 0.26 oz | 0.35 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.38 oz | 0.39 oz | 0.52 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.51 oz | 0.52 oz | 0.69 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 0.64 oz | 0.65 oz | 0.86 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 0.77 oz | 0.78 oz | 1.04 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.02 oz | 1.04 oz | 1.38 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 1.28 oz | 1.30 oz | 1.73 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 1.53 oz | 1.56 oz | 2.08 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 2.05 oz | 2.08 oz | 2.77 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?
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.