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1 Tablespoon Quick-Cooking Oats = 5.3g

1 Tablespoon of quick-cooking oats weighs 5.3 grams (0.19 ounces or 0.01 pounds; 14.8 mL or 1 tablespoon in volume) when measured dip and sweep at a verified bulk density of 85g per 236.6 mL US Customary cup.

Imperial weight: 0.19 oz (0.01 lb) • Volume: 14.8 mL (1 tbsp)

Batch
Measuring density
Standard: Dip and sweep85g / cup
Converted Measure
1 tbsp Quick-Cooking Oats (Dip and sweep) =
5.3 g
Physical scoop breakdown0.06 cups
1 tbsp
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Grams
5.3 g
Ounces
0.19 oz
US Cups
1 tbsp
Metric (250mL)
0.06 c
Tablespoons
1 tbsp
Milliliters
14.8 mL

Kitchen note: 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of quick-cooking oats (dip and sweep) weighs 85g, while 1 International Metric Cup (250 mL) weighs 90g.

Batch Scaling Around 1 Tablespoon Quick-Cooking Oats

Batch scaling conversion table around 1 Tablespoon of Quick-Cooking Oats (0.5× to 3× recipe batches in grams, ounces, US cups, and milliliters)
Batch Scale Weight (g / oz) US Cups & Spoons Metric (mL)
Half Batch (0.5×) 2.7g (0.09 oz) 1 ½ tsp 7.4 mL
Standard (1×) 5.3g (0.19 oz) 1 tbsp 14.8 mL
1.5× Batch 8g (0.28 oz) 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp 22.2 mL
Double Batch (2×) 10.6g (0.37 oz) ⅛ cup 29.6 mL
Triple Batch (3×) 15.9g (0.56 oz) 3 tbsp 44.4 mL

Measuring 1 Tablespoon of Quick-Cooking Oats in the Kitchen

Measured dip and sweep at a verified bulk density of 85g per US cup, 1 tablespoon of quick-cooking oats weighs 5.3 grams (0.19 ounces).

Scoop lightly into a dry measuring cup and sweep level without compacting. Because quick oats are cut into smaller pieces before rolling, their finer geometry yields approximately 85 grams per cup.

Source note: USDA FoodData Central FDC ID 171663; King Arthur Baking Ingredient Weight Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 1 tbsp of quick-cooking oats? ▾

1 Tablespoon of quick-cooking oats measured Dip and sweep weighs 5.3 grams (0.19 ounces).

What is the culinary difference between rolled oats and quick oats? ▾

Quick oats are rolled thinner and pre-chopped, allowing them to hydrate and cook in 1 to 2 minutes while lending a softer texture to baked goods.

Can quick oats be used as a bread flour extender? ▾

Yes, replacing up to 15% of wheat flour by weight with quick oats adds moisture retention and a tender crumb to sandwich loaves.