How Much Is 15 Teaspoons of Cornmeal in Ounces?

Q: How many ounces is 15 teaspoons of cornmeal?

15 teaspoons of cornmeal converts to approximately 1.65 oz.

15 teaspoons of cornmeal weighs 1.65 oz. This is based on cornmeal having a density of 150g 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 15 teaspoons.

15 teaspoons of cornmeal

1.65oz

Result using all teaspoon standards info

1.65 oz (US) 1.68 oz (Metric Teaspoon) 1.99 oz (Imperial Teaspoon)

Try: 0.25 teaspoons = 0.03 oz 0.5 teaspoons = 0.06 oz 1 teaspoon = 0.11 oz 1.5 teaspoons = 0.17 oz

Compare: 15 teaspoons breadcrumbs = 1.19 oz 15 teaspoons couscous = 1.91 oz 15 teaspoons pearl barley = 2.20 oz

Convert a different ingredient

15 teaspoons of cornmeal is also

46.88 g (grams)

Teaspoons of Cornmeal info

Ounces

1.65

Formula and Step-by-Step

teaspoons × 3.13g/tsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces

Start with 15 teaspoons of cornmeal
1 teaspoon of cornmeal = 3.13g
15 × 3.13 = 46.88g
Convert grams to ounces: 46.88 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.65 oz

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

Measuring Tip

Cornmeal weigh 150g per cup when dry. Cooked weight per cup will be different.

Cornmeal at Different Amounts

How cornmeal scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (15 teaspoons) is highlighted.

For reference, 15 teaspoons of cornmeal (46.88g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).

Other Amounts of Cornmeal

Teaspoons	US Ounces	Metric Teaspoon	Imperial Teaspoon
0.25 teaspoons	0.03 oz	0.03 oz	0.03 oz
0.5 teaspoons	0.06 oz	0.06 oz	0.07 oz
1 teaspoon	0.11 oz	0.11 oz	0.13 oz
1.5 teaspoons	0.17 oz	0.17 oz	0.20 oz
2 teaspoons	0.22 oz	0.22 oz	0.26 oz
3 teaspoons	0.33 oz	0.34 oz	0.40 oz
4 teaspoons	0.44 oz	0.45 oz	0.53 oz
5 teaspoons	0.55 oz	0.56 oz	0.66 oz
6 teaspoons	0.66 oz	0.67 oz	0.79 oz
8 teaspoons	0.88 oz	0.89 oz	1.06 oz
15 teaspoons	1.65 oz	1.68 oz	1.99 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?

An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ounces is 15 teaspoons of cornmeal? expand_more

About 1.65 oz, based on cornmeal having a density of 150g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.

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

Multiply the number of teaspoons by 3.13 (grams per teaspoon for cornmeal), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 15 teaspoons: 15 × 3.13 = 46.88g, then 46.88 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.65 oz.

How do I measure cornmeal accurately? expand_more

For the most accurate results, weigh cornmeal 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.

Why do different sources give different weights for cornmeal? expand_more

Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.