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How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Whipped Cream in Ounces?

1 tablespoon of whipped cream equals 0.13 oz. Whipped cream has a density of 60g per cup (3.75g 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.

1 tablespoon of whipped cream
=
0.13oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
0.13 oz (US) 0.13 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 0.18 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
Try: 2 tablespoons = 0.26 oz 3 tablespoons = 0.40 oz 4 tablespoons = 0.53 oz 5 tablespoons = 0.66 oz
Compare: 1 tablespoon butter = 0.50 oz 1 tablespoon cheddar cheese (shredded) = 0.25 oz 1 tablespoon cottage cheese = 0.50 oz
Convert a different ingredient
1 tablespoon of whipped cream is also
3.75 g (grams)
0.13

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 3.75g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 1 tablespoon of whipped cream
  2. 1 tablespoon of whipped cream = 3.75g
  3. 1 × 3.75 = 3.75g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 3.75 ÷ 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

Whipped cream is extremely light at only 60g per cup because it is mostly air. The weight depends heavily on how stiffly it is whipped.

Whipped Cream at Different Amounts

How whipped cream scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.

1 tbsp0.13 oz2 tbsp0.26 oz3 tbsp0.40 oz4 tbsp0.53 oz5 tbsp0.66 oz6 tbsp0.79 oz8 tbsp1.06 oz10 tbsp1.32 oz

Other Amounts of Whipped Cream

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 tablespoon 0.13 oz 0.13 oz 0.18 oz
2 tablespoons 0.26 oz 0.27 oz 0.36 oz
3 tablespoons 0.40 oz 0.40 oz 0.54 oz
4 tablespoons 0.53 oz 0.54 oz 0.72 oz
5 tablespoons 0.66 oz 0.67 oz 0.89 oz
6 tablespoons 0.79 oz 0.81 oz 1.07 oz
8 tablespoons 1.06 oz 1.07 oz 1.43 oz
10 tablespoons 1.32 oz 1.34 oz 1.79 oz
12 tablespoons 1.59 oz 1.61 oz 2.15 oz
16 tablespoons 2.12 oz 2.15 oz 2.86 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?

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.13 oz, based on whipped cream having a density of 60g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 3.75 (grams per tablespoon for whipped cream), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 1 tablespoon: 1 × 3.75 = 3.75g, then 3.75 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.13 oz.
For the most accurate results, weigh whipped cream on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, spoon the ingredient into the measuring spoon and level it off with a straight edge rather than scooping directly.
Fat content has a small effect on density. Higher-fat versions are slightly lighter per volume because fat is less dense than water. The difference is usually under 5%, so this conversion works well for standard varieties.
Reverse the conversion: 0.13 oz × 28.3495 = 3.75g, then 3.75g ÷ 3.75 = 1 tablespoon. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.
person Written by Sean Day verified Reviewed by CookingConvert update Last updated Apr 3, 2026