How Much Is 4.34 Teaspoons of Butter in Ounces?
4.34 teaspoons of butter equals 0.72 oz. Butter has a density of 227g per cup (4.73g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4.34 teaspoons of honey would be 1.08 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4.34 teaspoons of butter
- 1 teaspoon of butter = 4.73g
- 4.34 × 4.73 = 20.52g
- Convert grams to ounces: 20.52 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.72 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Softened butter and melted butter measure differently by volume. Melted butter settles with no air pockets, giving a slightly higher weight per cup.
Butter at Different Amounts
How butter scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (4.34 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4.34 teaspoons of butter (20.52g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Butter
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.04 oz | 0.04 oz | 0.05 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.08 oz | 0.08 oz | 0.10 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.17 oz | 0.17 oz | 0.20 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.25 oz | 0.25 oz | 0.30 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.33 oz | 0.34 oz | 0.40 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.50 oz | 0.51 oz | 0.60 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.67 oz | 0.68 oz | 0.80 oz |
| 4.34 teaspoons | 0.72 oz | 0.73 oz | 0.87 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.83 oz | 0.85 oz | 1.00 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.00 oz | 1.02 oz | 1.20 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.33 oz | 1.35 oz | 1.60 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A teaspoon (tsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 4.929 milliliters or 1/3 of a tablespoon. It is the standard measure for spices, leaveners, extracts, and other small-quantity 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.