How Much Is 1 Teaspoon of Flaxseed in Ounces?
1 teaspoon of flaxseed equals 0.11 oz. Flaxseed has a density of 148g per cup (3.08g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1 teaspoon of honey would be 0.25 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 teaspoon of flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon of flaxseed = 3.08g
- 1 × 3.08 = 3.08g
- Convert grams to ounces: 3.08 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.11 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Flaxseed are small and pack tightly. Pour them into the measuring spoon and level off without shaking, which settles the seeds and increases the weight.
Flaxseed at Different Amounts
How flaxseed scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (1 teaspoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Flaxseed
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.03 oz | 0.03 oz | 0.03 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.05 oz | 0.06 oz | 0.07 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.11 oz | 0.11 oz | 0.13 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.16 oz | 0.17 oz | 0.20 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.22 oz | 0.22 oz | 0.26 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.33 oz | 0.33 oz | 0.39 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.44 oz | 0.44 oz | 0.52 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.54 oz | 0.55 oz | 0.65 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 0.65 oz | 0.66 oz | 0.78 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 0.87 oz | 0.88 oz | 1.04 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.