How Much Is 5 Ounces of Egg Yolks in Tablespoons?
Converting 5 ounces of egg yolks to tablespoons gives 8.96 tbsp. First convert to grams (5 oz = 141.75g), then divide by the density of egg yolks (253g per cup). Each ingredient fills a different volume at the same weight.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5 ounces of egg yolks
- Convert ounces to grams: 5 × 28.35 = 141.75g
- 1 cup of egg yolks = 253g
- 141.75g ÷ 253g/cup = 0.56 cups × 16 = 8.96 tablespoons
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 (5 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 |
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 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.