How Much Is 5.2 Teaspoons of Egg Yolks in Grams?
5.2 teaspoons of egg yolks weighs 27.41 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 5.2 teaspoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.2 teaspoons of egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon of egg yolks = 5.27g
- 5.2 × 5.27 = 27.41g
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 teaspoons measurements. Your amount (5.2 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.2 teaspoons of egg yolks (27.41g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
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 |
| 5.2 teaspoons | 27.41 g | 27.80 g | 32.91 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?
A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.
What is a Gram?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.