How Much Is 5.55 Tablespoons of Yogurt in Ounces?
5.55 tablespoons of yogurt weighs 3.00 oz. This is based on yogurt having a density of 245g 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 5.55 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.55 tablespoons of yogurt
- 1 tablespoon of yogurt = 15.31g
- 5.55 × 15.31 = 84.98g
- Convert grams to ounces: 84.98 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Yogurt weighs 245g per cup. Spoon it into the measuring spoon without pressing down too firmly.
Yogurt at Different Amounts
How yogurt scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (5.55 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.55 tablespoons of yogurt (84.98g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Yogurt
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.54 oz | 0.55 oz | 0.73 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.08 oz | 1.10 oz | 1.46 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.62 oz | 1.64 oz | 2.19 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.16 oz | 2.19 oz | 2.92 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.70 oz | 2.74 oz | 3.65 oz |
| 5.55 tablespoons | 3.00 oz | 3.04 oz | 4.05 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.24 oz | 3.29 oz | 4.38 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.32 oz | 4.38 oz | 5.84 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.40 oz | 5.48 oz | 7.31 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.48 oz | 6.57 oz | 8.77 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.64 oz | 8.77 oz | 11.69 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?
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.