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How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Egg Yolks in Ounces?

Converting 1 tablespoon of egg yolks to ounces gives 0.56 oz. One tablespoon of egg yolks weighs 15.81g (0.56 oz). This conversion is specific to egg yolks because each ingredient has a different density.

1 tablespoon of egg yolks
=
0.56oz
Result using all tablespoon standards info
0.56 oz (US) 0.57 oz (Metric Tablespoon) 0.75 oz (Australian Tablespoon)
1 tablespoon of egg yolks is also
0.56

Formula and Step-by-Step

tablespoons × 15.81g/tbsp ÷ 28.3495g/oz = ounces
  1. Start with 1 tablespoon of egg yolks
  2. 1 tablespoon of egg yolks = 15.81g
  3. 1 × 15.81 = 15.81g
  4. Convert grams to ounces: 15.81 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.56 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 Yolks at Different Amounts

How egg yolks scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.

1 tbsp0.56 oz2 tbsp1.12 oz3 tbsp1.67 oz4 tbsp2.23 oz5 tbsp2.79 oz6 tbsp3.35 oz8 tbsp4.46 oz10 tbsp5.58 oz

Other Amounts of Egg Yolks

Tablespoons US Ounces Metric Tablespoon Australian Tablespoon
1 tablespoon 0.56 oz 0.57 oz 0.75 oz
2 tablespoons 1.12 oz 1.13 oz 1.51 oz
3 tablespoons 1.67 oz 1.70 oz 2.26 oz
4 tablespoons 2.23 oz 2.26 oz 3.02 oz
5 tablespoons 2.79 oz 2.83 oz 3.77 oz
6 tablespoons 3.35 oz 3.39 oz 4.53 oz
8 tablespoons 4.46 oz 4.53 oz 6.04 oz
10 tablespoons 5.58 oz 5.66 oz 7.54 oz
12 tablespoons 6.69 oz 6.79 oz 9.05 oz
16 tablespoons 8.92 oz 9.05 oz 12.07 oz

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 an Ounce?

Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.

Frequently Asked Questions

About 0.56 oz, 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), then divide by 28.3495 to convert grams to ounces. For 1 tablespoon: 1 × 15.81 = 15.81g, then 15.81 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.56 oz.
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: 0.56 oz × 28.3495 = 15.81g, then 15.81g ÷ 15.81 = 1 tablespoon. Or use the Ounces to Tablespoons converter.