Egg size converter for recipes
Choose the egg size in the recipe and the size you have to see how many to use.
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How to use it
- Enter eggs in the recipe, recipe egg size and your egg size.
- The result appears straight away and updates as you edit.
- Copy the result, or copy a link that keeps the same values to share it.
How it is calculated
New count = eggs × recipe class weight ÷ your class weight, where weight = minimum per dozen ÷ 12.
Example
Inputs: Eggs in the recipe = 4, Recipe egg size = Large, 56.7 g, Your egg size = Extra large, 63.8 g. Result: Equivalent eggs: 3.56; Rounded to whole eggs: 4; Target weight in shell: 226.8 g.
Limits and caveats
- Weights are the USDA minimum dozen averages; real eggs may run a little heavier.
- For a large fraction, beat an extra egg and add part of it by weight.
Questions about this tool
How many medium eggs replace 3 large?
About 3.4 medium eggs; three is usually fine, and for a delicate cake add a spoonful of beaten egg.
Does egg size matter in everyday cooking?
Little for omelettes and savoury dishes; in cakes and pastry it affects texture.
How much does a US large egg weigh?
At least 24 oz per dozen, an average of 56.7 g per egg in the shell.