How Much Is 2 Tablespoons of Egg Whites in Grams?
2 tablespoons of egg whites weighs 30.38 g. This is based on egg whites having a density of 243g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 2 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2 tablespoons of egg whites
- 1 tablespoon of egg whites = 15.19g
- 2 × 15.19 = 30.38g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
Quick check: 2 tablespoons is just double the single-tablespoon weight. 1 tablespoon = 15.19g, so 2 = 30.38g.
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 tablespoons measurements. Your amount (2 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 2 tablespoons of egg whites (30.38g) is close in weight to a slice of bread (30g).
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?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
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.