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How Much Is 5 Ounces of Egg Whites in Cups?

Converting 5 ounces of egg whites to cups gives 0.58 cups. First convert to grams (5 oz = 141.75g), then divide by the density of egg whites (243g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.

5 ounces of egg whites
=
0.58cups
Result using all cup standards info
0.58 cups (US) 0.55 cups (Metric Cup) 0.49 cups (Imperial Cup)
0.58

Formula and Step-by-Step

(ounces × 28.35g/oz) ÷ 243g/cup = cups
  1. Start with 5 ounces of egg whites
  2. Convert ounces to grams: 5 × 28.35 = 141.75g
  3. 1 cup of egg whites = 243g
  4. 141.75g ÷ 243g/cup = 0.58 cups

The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.

Measuring Tip

A whole large egg without shell weighs about 50g. When separating eggs for a recipe, weigh the whites and yolks individually for the most accurate results.

Egg Whites at Different Amounts

How egg whites scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (5 ounces) is highlighted.

1 oz0.12 cups2 oz0.23 cups3 oz0.35 cups4 oz0.47 cups5 oz0.58 cups6 oz0.7 cups8 oz0.93 cups10 oz1.17 cups

Other Amounts of Egg Whites

Ounces US Cups Metric Cup Imperial Cup
1 ounce 0.12 cups 0.11 cups 0.10 cups
2 ounces 0.23 cups 0.22 cups 0.19 cups
3 ounces 0.35 cups 0.33 cups 0.29 cups
4 ounces 0.47 cups 0.44 cups 0.39 cups
5 ounces 0.58 cups 0.55 cups 0.49 cups
6 ounces 0.70 cups 0.66 cups 0.58 cups
8 ounces 0.93 cups 0.88 cups 0.78 cups
10 ounces 1.17 cups 1.10 cups 0.97 cups
12 ounces 1.40 cups 1.32 cups 1.17 cups
16 ounces 1.87 cups 1.77 cups 1.55 cups

Understanding the Units

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.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.58 cups, based on egg whites having a density of 243g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
First convert ounces to grams (1 ounce = 28.3495g), then divide by 243 (grams per cup). For 5 ounces: 5 × 28.3495 = 141.75g, then 141.75 ÷ 243 = 0.58 cups.
The most accurate way is to weigh egg whites on a kitchen scale, since individual eggs vary in size. If measuring by volume, pour into the measuring cup and read the level at eye height.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 0.58 cups × 243g/cup = 141.75g, then 141.75g ÷ 28.3495 = 5 ounces. Or use the Cups to Ounces converter.