How Much Is 32 Tablespoons of Egg Yolks in Ounces?
32 tablespoons of egg yolks equals 17.85 oz. 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, 32 tablespoons of honey would be 23.99 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 32 tablespoons of egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon of egg yolks = 15.81g
- 32 × 15.81 = 506g
- Convert grams to ounces: 506 ÷ 28.3495 = 17.85 oz
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 (32 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 32 tablespoons of egg yolks (506g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).
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 |
| 32 tablespoons | 17.85 oz | 18.11 oz | 24.14 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?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.