How Much Is 4 Teaspoons of Egg Whites in Grams?
4 teaspoons of egg whites equals 20.25 g. Egg whites has a density of 243g per cup (5.06g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 4 teaspoons of honey would be 28.33 g.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 4 teaspoons of egg whites
- 1 teaspoon of egg whites = 5.06g
- 4 × 5.06 = 20.25g
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 Whites at Different Amounts
How egg whites scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (4 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 4 teaspoons of egg whites (20.25g) is close in weight to an AA battery (23g).
Other Amounts of Egg Whites
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 1.27 g | 1.28 g | 1.52 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 2.53 g | 2.57 g | 3.04 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 5.06 g | 5.14 g | 6.08 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 7.59 g | 7.70 g | 9.12 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 10.13 g | 10.27 g | 12.16 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 15.19 g | 15.41 g | 18.24 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 20.25 g | 20.54 g | 24.32 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 25.31 g | 25.68 g | 30.40 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 30.38 g | 30.81 g | 36.48 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 40.50 g | 41.08 g | 48.63 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
One teaspoon holds about 5 milliliters. There are 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon and 48 teaspoons in a cup. Teaspoon accuracy matters most with leaveners like baking powder and baking soda, where small differences affect rise and texture.
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.