How Much Is 1 Cup of Egg Yolks in Ounces?
1 cup of egg yolks weighs 8.92 oz. This is based on egg yolks having a density of 253g per cup. Because cups measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 cup.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 cup of egg yolks
- 1 cup of egg yolks = 253g
- 1 × 253 = 253g
- Convert grams to ounces: 253 ÷ 28.3495 = 8.92 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
One large egg white weighs approximately 30g and one large egg yolk weighs approximately 17g. Weighing separated eggs is more reliable than counting, since individual eggs vary in size.
Egg Yolks at Different Amounts
How egg yolks scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1 cup) is highlighted.
For reference, 1 cup of egg yolks (253g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).
Other Amounts of Egg Yolks
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 2.23 oz | 2.36 oz | 2.68 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 2.95 oz | 3.11 oz | 3.54 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 4.46 oz | 4.72 oz | 5.36 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 6.69 oz | 7.07 oz | 8.04 oz |
| 1 cup | 8.92 oz | 9.43 oz | 10.72 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 13.39 oz | 14.15 oz | 16.08 oz |
| 2 cups | 17.85 oz | 18.86 oz | 21.44 oz |
| 3 cups | 26.77 oz | 28.29 oz | 32.15 oz |
| 4 cups | 35.70 oz | 37.72 oz | 42.87 oz |
| 5 cups | 44.62 oz | 47.15 oz | 53.59 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
There are three cup standards used worldwide. The US cup (236.588 ml) is used in American recipes. The metric cup (250 ml) is standard in Australia, New Zealand, and some parts of Asia. The imperial cup (284.131 ml) appears in older British and Canadian recipes. A metric cup holds about 5.7% more than a US cup, while an imperial cup holds about 20% more. Using the wrong standard can noticeably affect a recipe.
What is an Ounce?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.