How Much Is 5 Teaspoons of Mayonnaise in Ounces?
5 teaspoons of mayonnaise equals 0.81 oz. Mayonnaise has a density of 220g per cup (4.58g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5 teaspoons of honey would be 1.25 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 teaspoons of mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon of mayonnaise = 4.58g
- 5 × 4.58 = 22.92g
- Convert grams to ounces: 22.92 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.81 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Mayonnaise weighs 220g per cup. Low-fat and regular mayonnaise have slightly different densities.
Mayonnaise at Different Amounts
How mayonnaise scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (5 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5 teaspoons of mayonnaise (22.92g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Mayonnaise
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.04 oz | 0.04 oz | 0.05 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.08 oz | 0.08 oz | 0.10 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.16 oz | 0.16 oz | 0.19 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.24 oz | 0.25 oz | 0.29 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.32 oz | 0.33 oz | 0.39 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.49 oz | 0.49 oz | 0.58 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.65 oz | 0.66 oz | 0.78 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.81 oz | 0.82 oz | 0.97 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 0.97 oz | 0.98 oz | 1.16 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.29 oz | 1.31 oz | 1.55 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.