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How Much Is 16 Tablespoons of Egg Yolks in Grams?

16 tablespoons of egg yolks equals 253.00 g. Egg yolks has a density of 253g per cup (15.81g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 16 tablespoons of honey would be 340 g.

16 tablespoons of egg yolks
=
253.00g
Result using all tablespoon standards info
253.00 g (US) 256.64 g (Metric Tablespoon) 342.19 g (Australian Tablespoon)
16 tablespoons of egg yolks is also
253.00

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 15.81g/tbsp = grams
  1. Start with 16 tablespoons of egg yolks
  2. 1 tablespoon of egg yolks = 15.81g
  3. 16 × 15.81 = 253g

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 tablespoons measurements. Your amount (16 tablespoons) is highlighted.

3 tbsp47.44 g4 tbsp63.25 g5 tbsp79.06 g6 tbsp94.88 g8 tbsp126.5 g10 tbsp158.13 g12 tbsp189.75 g16 tbsp253 g

For reference, 16 tablespoons of egg yolks (253g) is close in weight to a cup of water (237g).

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?

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?

A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 253.00 g, based on egg yolks having a density of 253g per cup. The exact amount depends on how the ingredient is measured and the specific product.
Multiply the number of tablespoons by 15.81 (grams per tablespoon for egg yolks). For 16 tablespoons: 16 × 15.81 = 253.00 g.
The most accurate way is to weigh egg yolks on a kitchen scale, since individual eggs vary in size. If measuring by volume, pour into the measuring spoon and read the level at eye height.
Weight-per-cup values vary because of differences in how the ingredient is measured (spooned vs scooped), grind size, moisture content, and settling during storage. Our values use standardized measurement methods from established culinary references.
Reverse the conversion: 253.00 g ÷ 15.81 = 16 tablespoons. Or use the Grams to Tablespoons converter.