If you’re wondering about a dry ounce, the answer is pretty clear-cut. One dry ounce adds up to 28.35 grams, or 28.3495231 grams if you want to go digit crazy. Dry ounces are measurements of weight, generally calculated by placing the material on a scale. Measuring fluid ounces, however, isn’t as straightforward. Wondering how many grams are in an ounce? This weight conversion guide will make it easy to measure conversions, especially for cooking and recipes.
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How many grams are there in an ounce?
Nearly every country outside of the United States uses the metric system, which makes it difficult for anyone to find recipes that include ounces, cups, and/or tablespoons. Luckily, you can easily convert them to cook in a snap!
How many grams are in an ounce?
There are 28 grams in an ounce. The following information will help you convert different grams and ounces.
14 grams = ½ ounce (0.49383546729 ounces)
28 grams = 1 ounce (0.98767093459 ounces)
30 grams = 1 ounce (1.0582188585 ounces)
57 grams = 2 ounces (2.0106158311 ounces)
60 grams = 2 ounces (2.116437717 ounces)
85 grams = 3 ounces (2.9982867657 ounces)
113 grams = 4 ounces, ¼ pound (3.9859577003 ounces)
114 grams = 4 ounces, ¼ pound (4.0212316623 ounces)
115 grams = 4 ounces, ¼ pound (4.0565056242 ounces)
170 grams = 6 ounces (170.09712 ounces)
225 grams = 8 ounces, ½ pound (7.9366414387 ounces)
227 grams = 8 ounces, ½ pound (8.0071893626 ounces)
340 grams = 12 ounces, ¾ pounds (11.993147063 ounces)
454 grams = 16 ounces, 1 pound (16.014378725)
455 grams = 16 ounces, 1 pound (16.049652687 ounces)
907 grams = 32 ounces, 2 pounds (31.993483488 ounces)
908 grams = 32 ounces, 2 pounds (32.02875745 ounces)
American vs. Standard
Unlike other countries, the United States does not use grams for recipes or to measure the weight of food. They only use this device to manufacture a food product or to trade internationally. Along with grams, liters are the commonly used unit for manufacturing and commerce.
In American recipes, ingredients are listed in ounces. In many recipes (desserts, appetizers, or breakfast) you will notice that cups and tablespoons are the only units of measurement. However, if you live outside of the United States or want a more precisely measured recipe, it’s important to understand the conversion from ounces to grams.
How is dry weight measured?
Dry weight is best measured with a simple kitchen scale (also known as a food scale). It’s so easy to use: all you have to do is select the ‘Tare’ button which will zero the scale. From there you can start adding dry ingredients and get an accurate weight.
Alternatively, if you want to measure butter, sugar, or flour (for example, for cakes or brownies), you’ll also need measuring cups and spoons. When adding flour, sugar, or butter to the measuring cups, press down with a flat tool or knife to remove the extra ingredient. Then place the container or measuring cup on the kitchen scale to calculate the dry weight.
How to easily convert grams to ounces and vice versa?
Follow the simple formula to easily convert grams to ounces.
Grams to Ounces formula
g = oz/0.035274
Ounces to Grams formula
oz = g/28.34952
For example, if you have 5 grams and you want to convert them to ounces, this formula will give you 0.17637 ounces.
Metric system: what is it and who uses it?
The metric system is an international system of units. It is used by almost all countries except the United States, Liberia, and Myanmar. These countries use the usual system of units.
e.g., In the metric system, we measure dry weight in grams, in the usual system we measure it in ounces.
FAQs about how many grams in an ounce
How many grams in an ounce of protein?
An ounce of protein contains approximately 7 grams (protein).
How many grams in an ounce of chicken?
An ounce of chicken equals 28 grams (or protein).
How many grams in an ounce of meat?
For most meats, there are 7 grams in an ounce (protein).
How many grams in a fluid ounce?
It depends on the liquid ingredient. Milk, water, and oil have different textures and add up to different weights.
How many grams in an ounce of butter?
An ounce of butter contains 28 grams.
How many grams in an ounce of chocolate?
There are 28 grams in an ounce of chocolate.
How many grams in an ounce of sugar?
An ounce of sugar weighs about 25 grams.
Source: Metric Conversions