How Much Is 3.33 Teaspoons of Sesame Seeds in Ounces?
3.33 teaspoons of sesame seeds equals 0.35 oz. Sesame seeds has a density of 144g per cup (3g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3.33 teaspoons of honey would be 0.83 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3.33 teaspoons of sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds = 3g
- 3.33 × 3 = 9.99g
- Convert grams to ounces: 9.99 ÷ 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
For the most consistent results, weigh sesame seeds on a kitchen scale. Small seeds are easy to over-measure by volume.
Sesame Seeds at Different Amounts
How sesame seeds scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (3.33 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 3.33 teaspoons of sesame seeds (9.99g) is close in weight to a AAA battery (11.5g).
Other Amounts of Sesame Seeds
| 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 | 0.05 oz | 0.06 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.11 oz | 0.11 oz | 0.13 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.16 oz | 0.16 oz | 0.19 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.21 oz | 0.21 oz | 0.25 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.32 oz | 0.32 oz | 0.38 oz |
| 3.33 teaspoons | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.42 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.42 oz | 0.43 oz | 0.51 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.64 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 0.63 oz | 0.64 oz | 0.76 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 0.85 oz | 0.86 oz | 1.02 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.