How Much Is 18.97 Teaspoons of Egg Whites in Ounces?
18.97 teaspoons of egg whites equals 3.39 oz. 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, 18.97 teaspoons of honey would be 4.74 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 18.97 teaspoons of egg whites
- 1 teaspoon of egg whites = 5.06g
- 18.97 × 5.06 = 96.04g
- Convert grams to ounces: 96.04 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.39 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Carton egg whites and yolks have very consistent density, making them easier to measure by volume than freshly separated eggs. If your recipe calls for a specific gram amount, carton products are the most predictable.
Egg Whites at Different Amounts
How egg whites scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (18.97 teaspoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 18.97 teaspoons of egg whites (96.04g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Egg Whites
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.04 oz | 0.05 oz | 0.05 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.09 oz | 0.09 oz | 0.11 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.18 oz | 0.18 oz | 0.21 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.27 oz | 0.27 oz | 0.32 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.36 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.43 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.54 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.64 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.71 oz | 0.72 oz | 0.86 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.89 oz | 0.91 oz | 1.07 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.07 oz | 1.09 oz | 1.29 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.43 oz | 1.45 oz | 1.72 oz |
| 18.97 teaspoons | 3.39 oz | 3.44 oz | 4.07 oz |
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 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.