How Much Is 3 Teaspoons of Egg Yolks in Ounces?
3 teaspoons of egg yolks equals 0.56 oz. Egg yolks has a density of 253g per cup (5.27g per teaspoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 3 teaspoons of honey would be 0.75 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 3 teaspoons of egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon of egg yolks = 5.27g
- 3 × 5.27 = 15.81g
- Convert grams to ounces: 15.81 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.56 oz
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 (3 teaspoons) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Egg Yolks
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.05 oz | 0.05 oz | 0.06 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.09 oz | 0.09 oz | 0.11 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.19 oz | 0.19 oz | 0.22 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.28 oz | 0.28 oz | 0.33 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.37 oz | 0.38 oz | 0.45 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.56 oz | 0.57 oz | 0.67 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.74 oz | 0.75 oz | 0.89 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.93 oz | 0.94 oz | 1.12 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.12 oz | 1.13 oz | 1.34 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.49 oz | 1.51 oz | 1.79 oz |
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 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.