How Much Is 2 Teaspoons of Kosher Salt (Morton) in Ounces?
2 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton) equals 0.35 oz. Kosher salt (morton) has a density of 241g per cup (5.02g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2 teaspoons of honey would be 0.50 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton)
- 1 teaspoon of kosher salt (morton) = 5.02g
- 2 × 5.02 = 10.04g
- Convert grams to ounces: 10.04 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.35 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
If substituting one salt type for another, convert by weight (grams) rather than volume to keep the salinity correct.
Kosher Salt (Morton) at Different Amounts
How kosher salt (morton) scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (2 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 teaspoons of kosher salt (morton) (10.04g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Kosher Salt (Morton)
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.04 oz | 0.04 oz | 0.05 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.09 oz | 0.09 oz | 0.11 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.18 oz | 0.18 oz | 0.21 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.27 oz | 0.27 oz | 0.32 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.43 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.64 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.71 oz | 0.72 oz | 0.85 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.89 oz | 0.90 oz | 1.06 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.06 oz | 1.08 oz | 1.28 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.42 oz | 1.44 oz | 1.70 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.