How Much Is 16 Teaspoons of Dried Cranberries in Ounces?

Q: How many ounces is 16 teaspoons of dried cranberries?

16 teaspoons of dried cranberries converts to approximately 1.41 oz.

16 teaspoons of dried cranberries equals 1.41 oz. Dried cranberries has a density of 120g per cup (2.5g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 16 teaspoons of honey would be 4.00 oz.

16 teaspoons of dried cranberries

1.41oz

Result using all teaspoon standards info

1.41 oz (US) 1.43 oz (Metric Teaspoon) 1.69 oz (Imperial Teaspoon)

Try: 0.25 teaspoons = 0.02 oz 0.5 teaspoons = 0.04 oz 1 teaspoon = 0.09 oz 1.5 teaspoons = 0.13 oz

Compare: 16 teaspoons raisins = 1.70 oz 16 teaspoons shredded coconut = 0.94 oz 16 teaspoons active dry yeast = 1.69 oz

Convert a different ingredient

16 teaspoons of dried cranberries is also

40 g (grams)

Teaspoons of Dried Cranberries info

Ounces

1.41

Formula and Step-by-Step

teaspoons × 2.5g/tsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces

Start with 16 teaspoons of dried cranberries
1 teaspoon of dried cranberries = 2.5g
16 × 2.5 = 40g
Convert grams to ounces: 40 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.41 oz

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

Measuring Tip

To prevent dried fruit from sinking in batter, toss it with a tablespoon of flour before folding in. This does not affect the weight measurement.

Dried Cranberries at Different Amounts

How dried cranberries scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (16 teaspoons) is highlighted.

For reference, 16 teaspoons of dried cranberries (40g) is close in weight to a golf ball (46g).

Other Amounts of Dried Cranberries

Teaspoons	US Ounces	Metric Teaspoon	Imperial Teaspoon
0.25 teaspoons	0.02 oz	0.02 oz	0.03 oz
0.5 teaspoons	0.04 oz	0.04 oz	0.05 oz
1 teaspoon	0.09 oz	0.09 oz	0.11 oz
1.5 teaspoons	0.13 oz	0.13 oz	0.16 oz
2 teaspoons	0.18 oz	0.18 oz	0.21 oz
3 teaspoons	0.26 oz	0.27 oz	0.32 oz
4 teaspoons	0.35 oz	0.36 oz	0.42 oz
5 teaspoons	0.44 oz	0.45 oz	0.53 oz
6 teaspoons	0.53 oz	0.54 oz	0.64 oz
8 teaspoons	0.71 oz	0.72 oz	0.85 oz
16 teaspoons	1.41 oz	1.43 oz	1.69 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?

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 16 teaspoons of dried cranberries? expand_more

About 1.41 oz, based on dried cranberries having a density of 120g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.

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

Multiply the number of teaspoons by 2.5 (grams per teaspoon for dried cranberries), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 16 teaspoons: 16 × 2.5 = 40g, then 40 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.41 oz.

How do I measure dried cranberries accurately? expand_more

For the most accurate results, weigh dried cranberries on a kitchen scale. If measuring by volume, fill the measuring spoon loosely and level off without pressing down. Whole and chopped pieces give different weights per measuring spoon.

Why do different sources give different weights for dried cranberries? 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.