How Much Is 8.67 Teaspoons of Butter in Ounces?

Q: How many ounces is 8.67 teaspoons of butter?

8.67 teaspoons of butter converts to approximately 1.45 oz.

8.67 teaspoons of butter equals 1.45 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, 8.67 teaspoons of honey would be 2.17 oz.

8.67 teaspoons of butter

1.45oz

Result using all teaspoon standards info

1.45 oz (US) 1.47 oz (Metric Teaspoon) 1.74 oz (Imperial Teaspoon)

Try: 0.25 teaspoons = 0.04 oz 0.5 teaspoons = 0.08 oz 1 teaspoon = 0.17 oz 1.5 teaspoons = 0.25 oz

Compare: 8.67 teaspoons cheddar cheese (shredded) = 0.72 oz 8.67 teaspoons cottage cheese = 1.44 oz 8.67 teaspoons cream cheese = 1.48 oz

Convert a different ingredient

8.67 teaspoons of butter is also

41.00 g (grams)

Teaspoons of Butter info

Ounces

1.45

Formula and Step-by-Step

teaspoons × 4.73g/tsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces

Start with 8.67 teaspoons of butter
1 teaspoon of butter = 4.73g
8.67 × 4.73 = 41.00g
Convert grams to ounces: 41.00 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.45 oz

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

Butter is easiest to measure using the markings on the wrapper. One US stick = 113g = 1/2 cup = 8 tablespoons.

Butter at Different Amounts

How butter scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (8.67 teaspoons) is highlighted.

For reference, 8.67 teaspoons of butter (41.00g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).

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
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
8.67 teaspoons	1.45 oz	1.47 oz	1.74 oz

Understanding the Units

What is a Teaspoon?

A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.

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

How many ounces is 8.67 teaspoons of butter? expand_more

About 1.45 oz, based on butter having a density of 227g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.

What is the formula for converting teaspoons of butter to ounces? expand_more

Multiply the number of teaspoons by 4.73 (grams per teaspoon for butter), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 8.67 teaspoons: 8.67 × 4.73 = 41.00g, then 41.00 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.45 oz.

How do I measure butter accurately? expand_more

For the most accurate results, weigh butter 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.

Does the fat content of butter change the weight? expand_more

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.