How Much Is 8 Tablespoons of Whipped Cream in Ounces?
8 tablespoons of whipped cream equals 1.06 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, 8 tablespoons of honey would be 6.00 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 8 tablespoons of whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon of whipped cream = 3.75g
- 8 × 3.75 = 30g
- Convert grams to ounces: 30 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.06 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Spoon whipped cream gently into the measuring spoon without pressing or deflating it. Pressing down collapses the air and changes the weight.
Whipped Cream at Different Amounts
How whipped cream scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (8 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 8 tablespoons of whipped cream (30g) is close in weight to a slice of bread (30g).
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.