How Much Is 16 Tablespoons of Egg Whites in Grams?
Converting 16 tablespoons of egg whites to grams gives 243.00 g. One tablespoon of egg whites weighs 15.19g, so 16 tablespoons is 16 × 15.19 = 243g. This conversion is specific to egg whites because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16 tablespoons of egg whites
- 1 tablespoon of egg whites = 15.19g
- 16 × 15.19 = 243g
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 Whites at Different Amounts
How egg whites scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (16 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 16 tablespoons of egg whites (243g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).
Other Amounts of Egg Whites
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15.19 g | 15.41 g | 20.54 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 30.38 g | 30.81 g | 41.08 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 45.56 g | 46.22 g | 61.63 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 60.75 g | 61.63 g | 82.17 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 75.94 g | 77.03 g | 102.71 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 91.13 g | 92.44 g | 123.25 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 121.50 g | 123.25 g | 164.33 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 151.88 g | 154.06 g | 205.42 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 182.25 g | 184.88 g | 246.50 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 243.00 g | 246.50 g | 328.67 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
What is a Gram?
Weighing ingredients in grams eliminates the variability of volume measurements. A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120g to 160g depending on how it was scooped, but 120g of flour is always 120g of flour.