How Much Is 1.87 Tablespoons of Egg Whites in Ounces?
Converting 1.87 tablespoons of egg whites to ounces gives 1.00 oz. One tablespoon of egg whites weighs 15.19g, so 1.87 tablespoons is 1.87 × 15.19 = 28.40g (1.00 oz). This conversion is specific to egg whites because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.87 tablespoons of egg whites
- 1 tablespoon of egg whites = 15.19g
- 1.87 × 15.19 = 28.40g
- Convert grams to ounces: 28.40 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
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 (1.87 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.87 tablespoons of egg whites (28.40g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Egg Whites
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.54 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 1.87 tablespoons | 1.00 oz | 1.02 oz | 1.35 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 1.07 oz | 1.09 oz | 1.45 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.61 oz | 1.63 oz | 2.17 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 2.14 oz | 2.17 oz | 2.90 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 2.68 oz | 2.72 oz | 3.62 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 3.21 oz | 3.26 oz | 4.35 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 4.29 oz | 4.35 oz | 5.80 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 5.36 oz | 5.43 oz | 7.25 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 6.43 oz | 6.52 oz | 8.70 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 8.57 oz | 8.70 oz | 11.59 oz |
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 an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.