How Much Is 9.49 Tablespoons of Egg Yolks in Ounces?
9.49 tablespoons of egg yolks weighs 5.29 oz. This is based on egg yolks having a density of 253g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 9.49 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 9.49 tablespoons of egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon of egg yolks = 15.81g
- 9.49 × 15.81 = 150.06g
- Convert grams to ounces: 150.06 ÷ 28.3495 = 5.29 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 (9.49 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 9.49 tablespoons of egg yolks (150.06g) is close in weight to a baseball (145g).
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 |
| 9.49 tablespoons | 5.29 oz | 5.37 oz | 7.16 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?
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.