How Much Is 1.98 Cups of Egg Whites in Ounces?
1.98 cups of egg whites equals 16.97 oz. Egg whites has a density of 243g per cup (243g per cup), which means it's relatively heavy compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1.98 cups of all-purpose flour would be 8.74 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.98 cups of egg whites
- 1 cup of egg whites = 243g
- 1.98 × 243 = 481.14g
- Convert grams to ounces: 481.14 ÷ 28.3495 = 16.97 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Carton egg whites and yolks have very consistent density, making them easier to measure by volume than freshly separated eggs. If your recipe calls for a specific gram amount, carton products are the most predictable.
Egg Whites at Different Amounts
How egg whites scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1.98 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.98 cups of egg whites (481.14g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).
Other Amounts of Egg Whites
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 2.14 oz | 2.26 oz | 2.57 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 2.83 oz | 2.99 oz | 3.40 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 4.29 oz | 4.53 oz | 5.15 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 6.43 oz | 6.79 oz | 7.72 oz |
| 1 cup | 8.57 oz | 9.06 oz | 10.29 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 12.86 oz | 13.59 oz | 15.44 oz |
| 1.98 cups | 16.97 oz | 17.93 oz | 20.38 oz |
| 2 cups | 17.14 oz | 18.11 oz | 20.59 oz |
| 3 cups | 25.71 oz | 27.17 oz | 30.88 oz |
| 4 cups | 34.29 oz | 36.23 oz | 41.18 oz |
| 5 cups | 42.86 oz | 45.29 oz | 51.47 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
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.