How Much Is 1.4 Cups of Egg Yolks in Ounces?
1.4 cups of egg yolks equals 12.49 oz. Egg yolks has a density of 253g per cup (253g per cup), which means it's relatively heavy compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 1.4 cups of all-purpose flour would be 6.18 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.4 cups of egg yolks
- 1 cup of egg yolks = 253g
- 1.4 × 253 = 354.2g
- Convert grams to ounces: 354.2 ÷ 28.3495 = 12.49 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 (1.4 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.4 cups of egg yolks (354.2g) is close in weight to a can of soda (355g).
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 |
| 1.4 cups | 12.49 oz | 13.20 oz | 15.00 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?
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.