How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Egg Yolks in Grams?
1 tablespoon of egg yolks weighs 15.81 g. This is based on egg yolks having a density of 253g 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 1 tablespoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon of egg yolks = 15.81g
- 1 × 15.81 = 15.81g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 tablespoon of egg yolks, just remember: 15.81g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (31.63g), halve it for a half tablespoon (7.91g).
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 tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Egg Yolks
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15.81 g | 16.04 g | 21.39 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 31.63 g | 32.08 g | 42.77 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 47.44 g | 48.12 g | 64.16 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 63.25 g | 64.16 g | 85.55 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 79.06 g | 80.20 g | 106.94 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 94.88 g | 96.24 g | 128.32 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 126.50 g | 128.32 g | 171.10 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 158.13 g | 160.40 g | 213.87 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 189.75 g | 192.48 g | 256.64 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 253.00 g | 256.64 g | 342.19 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.