How Much Is 1 Teaspoon of Chili Powder in Ounces?
1 teaspoon of chili powder weighs 0.09 oz. This is based on chili powder having a density of 128g per cup. Because teaspoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 teaspoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder = 2.67g
- 1 × 2.67 = 2.67g
- Convert grams to ounces: 2.67 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.09 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For the most accurate results, weigh chili powder on a kitchen scale. At small quantities, even slight over-measuring can overpower a dish.
Chili Powder at Different Amounts
How chili powder scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (1 teaspoon) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 teaspoon of chili powder (2.67g) is close in weight to a US penny (2.5g).
Other Amounts of Chili Powder
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.02 oz | 0.02 oz | 0.03 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.05 oz | 0.05 oz | 0.06 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.09 oz | 0.10 oz | 0.11 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.14 oz | 0.14 oz | 0.17 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.19 oz | 0.19 oz | 0.23 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.28 oz | 0.29 oz | 0.34 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.38 oz | 0.38 oz | 0.45 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.47 oz | 0.48 oz | 0.56 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 0.56 oz | 0.57 oz | 0.68 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 0.75 oz | 0.76 oz | 0.90 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.