How Much Is 6 Ounces of Egg Yolks in Cups?
6 ounces of egg yolks equals 0.67 cups. Egg yolks has a density of 253g per cup. A lighter ingredient like flour (125g/cup) would fill more volume at the same weight, which is why ingredient-specific conversions matter.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 6 ounces of egg yolks
- Convert ounces to grams: 6 × 28.35 = 170.10g
- 1 cup of egg yolks = 253g
- 170.10g ÷ 253g/cup = 0.67 cups
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 ounces measurements. Your amount (6 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Egg Yolks
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.11 cups | 0.11 cups | 0.09 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.22 cups | 0.21 cups | 0.19 cups |
| 3 ounces | 0.34 cups | 0.32 cups | 0.28 cups |
| 4 ounces | 0.45 cups | 0.42 cups | 0.37 cups |
| 5 ounces | 0.56 cups | 0.53 cups | 0.47 cups |
| 6 ounces | 0.67 cups | 0.64 cups | 0.56 cups |
| 8 ounces | 0.90 cups | 0.85 cups | 0.75 cups |
| 10 ounces | 1.12 cups | 1.06 cups | 0.93 cups |
| 12 ounces | 1.34 cups | 1.27 cups | 1.12 cups |
| 16 ounces | 1.79 cups | 1.70 cups | 1.49 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
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.