Convert Shortening from Ounces to Tablespoon

How many tablespoons is 1 ounce of shortening?

1 ounce of shortening (vegetable shortening) is 2.31 tablespoons. 2 ounces of shortening is 4.61 tablespoons. 1/2 ounce of shortening is 1.15 tablespoons. 1/4 ounce (0.25 ounce) of shortening is 0.58 tablespoons. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • A tablespoon here is the 15 ml metric standard, about 16.67 to a metric cup, the same size as a UK tablespoon. A US tablespoon is smaller at 14.79 ml, so US cooks measuring with US spoons need slightly more. An Australian tablespoon is larger at 20 ml, so it holds about a third more. When tablespoon size matters →
  • One metric tablespoon of shortening weighs about 12.3 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 12.1 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 16.4 grams.
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Shortening is 100% solid vegetable fat with no water, sold under brand names such as Crisco and Trex. One metric cup (250 ml) of shortening weighs around 205 grams or 7.23 ounces. When a recipe calls for shortening in cups or tablespoons, converting to grams first removes the uncertainty of scooping from a sticky tub for flaky pie crusts and tender biscuits.

Shortening tubs are sold by weight in the US and by volume elsewhere, while recipes call for cups, tablespoons, or grams. Converting between the three lets you measure once without scraping a sticky cup.

Also known as

  • vegetable shortening
  • Crisco
  • white fat

Butter carries around 15% water and adds dairy flavour, while shortening is pure fat with none. Shortening is lighter per cup (205 g vs 227 g), so weigh when swapping; for the closest result, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water per cup of shortening when replacing butter, and accept a flakier, less flavourful crumb. See what 1 ounce of butter is in tablespoons.

Margarine carries around 15 to 20% water and bakes closer to butter, while shortening is pure fat. They are close in weight (235 g vs 205 g per cup); swap by weight in pastry for a flakier result with shortening, or in cakes for a more tender crumb with margarine. See what 1 ounce of margarine is in tablespoons.

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2.31 Tablespoon

Common Shortening Conversions

Here are the most common shortening conversions from ounces to tablespoons.

OuncesTablespoons
1 oz2.31 tbsp
2 oz4.61 tbsp
3 oz6.92 tbsp
4 oz9.22 tbsp
5 oz11.53 tbsp
6 oz13.83 tbsp
8 oz18.44 tbsp
10 oz23.05 tbsp
12 oz27.66 tbsp

Shortening Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting shortening from Ounces to Tablespoon and other measurements.

ouncestbspcupgramscup(US)tsp
2.5 oz5.76 tbsp0.35 cup70.89 g0.36 cup (US)17.29 tsp
5 oz11.53 tbsp0.69 cup141.77 g0.72 cup (US)34.58 tsp
7.5 oz17.29 tbsp1.04 cup212.66 g1.08 cup (US)51.87 tsp
10 oz23.05 tbsp1.38 cup283.54 g1.44 cup (US)69.16 tsp

For the reverse conversion, see 1 tablespoon of shortening in ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 ounce of shortening in tablespoons?
1 ounce of shortening is 2.31 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 2 ounces of shortening is 4.61 tablespoons and 0.5 ounces is 1.15 tablespoons. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the shortening converter
How many tablespoons is 1.5 ounces of shortening?
1.5 ounces of shortening is 3.46 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of shortening is 2.31 tablespoons and 2 ounces is 4.61 tablespoons. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
What is 2 ounces of shortening in tablespoons?
2 ounces of shortening is 4.61 tablespoons. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 ounce of shortening is 2.31 tablespoons, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact tablespoons reading.
How many ounces of shortening is 2.31 tablespoons?
2.31 tablespoons of shortening is 1 ounce. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between tablespoons and ounces without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists ounces but you would rather weigh or measure in tablespoons. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How much is 1 ounce of vegetable shortening in tablespoons?
Vegetable shortening is another name for shortening, so 1 ounce of vegetable shortening is 2.31 tablespoons, exactly the same as shortening. The figure does not change with the name: 2 ounces is 4.61 tablespoons and 0.5 ounces is 1.15 tablespoons. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are shortening and vegetable shortening the same thing?
Yes. Vegetable shortening is another name for shortening, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 ounce of shortening is 2.31 tablespoons under either name, and 2 ounces is 4.61 tablespoons. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 oz shortening in tablespoons?
1/2 ounce of shortening is 1.15 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of shortening is 2.31 tablespoons and 2 ounces is 4.61 tablespoons. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.
What is 1/4 oz shortening in tablespoons?
1/4 ounce (0.25 ounce) of shortening is 0.58 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of shortening is 2.31 tablespoons and 2 ounces is 4.61 tablespoons. Quarter amounts often come up when scaling a recipe down step by step, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts.

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