How Much Is 1 Teaspoon of Egg Yolks in Grams?
1 teaspoon of egg yolks weighs 5.27 g. This is based on egg yolks having a density of 253g per cup. Because teaspoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 teaspoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 teaspoon of egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon of egg yolks = 5.27g
- 1 × 5.27 = 5.27g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 teaspoon of egg yolks, just remember: 5.27g. Double it for 2 teaspoons (10.54g), halve it for a half teaspoon (2.64g).
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 teaspoons measurements. Your amount (1 teaspoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Egg Yolks
| Teaspoons | US Grams | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 1.32 g | 1.34 g | 1.58 g |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 2.64 g | 2.67 g | 3.16 g |
| 1 teaspoon | 5.27 g | 5.35 g | 6.33 g |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 7.91 g | 8.02 g | 9.49 g |
| 2 teaspoons | 10.54 g | 10.69 g | 12.66 g |
| 3 teaspoons | 15.81 g | 16.04 g | 18.99 g |
| 4 teaspoons | 21.08 g | 21.39 g | 25.32 g |
| 5 teaspoons | 26.35 g | 26.73 g | 31.65 g |
| 6 teaspoons | 31.63 g | 32.08 g | 37.98 g |
| 8 teaspoons | 42.17 g | 42.77 g | 50.64 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.