How Much Is 17.85 Ounces of Egg Yolks in Tablespoons?
17.85 ounces of egg yolks equals 32.00 tbsp. 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 17.85 ounces of egg yolks
- Convert ounces to grams: 17.85 × 28.35 = 506.04g
- 1 cup of egg yolks = 253g
- 506.04g ÷ 253g/cup = 2.00 cups × 16 = 32.00 tablespoons
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 Yolks at Different Amounts
How egg yolks scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (17.85 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Egg Yolks
| Ounces | US Tablespoons | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 1.79 tbsp | 1.77 tbsp | 1.33 tbsp |
| 2 ounces | 3.59 tbsp | 3.53 tbsp | 2.65 tbsp |
| 3 ounces | 5.38 tbsp | 5.30 tbsp | 3.98 tbsp |
| 4 ounces | 7.17 tbsp | 7.07 tbsp | 5.30 tbsp |
| 5 ounces | 8.96 tbsp | 8.84 tbsp | 6.63 tbsp |
| 6 ounces | 10.76 tbsp | 10.60 tbsp | 7.95 tbsp |
| 8 ounces | 14.34 tbsp | 14.14 tbsp | 10.60 tbsp |
| 10 ounces | 17.93 tbsp | 17.67 tbsp | 13.26 tbsp |
| 12 ounces | 21.51 tbsp | 21.21 tbsp | 15.91 tbsp |
| 16 ounces | 28.69 tbsp | 28.28 tbsp | 21.21 tbsp |
| 17.85 ounces | 32.00 tbsp | 31.55 tbsp | 23.66 tbsp |
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 Tablespoon?
A tablespoon is roughly the volume of a large soup spoon. In precise terms, 1 US tablespoon equals 14.787 ml, which is very close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most of the world. Three teaspoons make one tablespoon.