Convert Active Dry Yeast from Ounces to Cup

How many cups is 1 ounce of active dry yeast?

1 ounce of active dry yeast (dried yeast) is 0.19 cups. 2 ounces of active dry yeast is 0.38 cups. 1/2 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.09 cups. 1/4 ounce (0.25 ounce) of active dry yeast is 0.05 cups. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • These figures use the metric cup (250 ml). A US cup is slightly smaller at 240 ml, so it holds a little less. Use the US cup converter →
  • Cup sizes are not standard worldwide, so the same cup of an ingredient can weigh more or less depending on the country. What is a cup measurement →

Active dry yeast is granulated yeast that needs to be dissolved in warm liquid before mixing into dough. One metric cup (250 ml) of active dry yeast weighs around 150 grams or 5.29 ounces. Most recipes call for it by the teaspoon, where one teaspoon weighs about 3 grams; a 7 g sachet covers a single loaf of bread.

Small differences in yeast quantity change how fast a dough rises and how it tastes when baked. Weighing in grams takes the guesswork out of measuring this tiny but powerful ingredient.

Also known as

  • dried yeast
  • traditional yeast
  • regular yeast

Instant yeast is milled finer and dissolves straight into dry ingredients, while active dry yeast needs to be rehydrated in warm liquid first. Swap one for the other 1:1 by weight, and expect a similar rise as long as you adjust the method to match. See what 1 ounce of instant yeast is in cups.

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Active Dry Yeast Measurement Converter

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0.19 Cup

Common Active Dry Yeast Conversions

Here are the most common active dry yeast conversions from ounces to cups.

OuncesCups
1 oz0.19 cups
2 oz0.38 cups
3 oz0.57 cups
4 oz0.76 cups
5 oz0.95 cups
6 oz1.13 cups
8 oz1.51 cups
10 oz1.89 cups
12 oz2.27 cups

Active Dry Yeast Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting active dry yeast from Ounces to Cup and other measurements.

ouncescupgramscup(US)tbsptsp
2.5 oz0.47 cup70.89 g0.49 cup (US)7.88 tbsp23.63 tsp
5 oz0.95 cup141.78 g0.98 cup (US)15.75 tbsp47.26 tsp
7.5 oz1.42 cup212.67 g1.48 cup (US)23.63 tbsp70.89 tsp
10 oz1.89 cup283.55 g1.97 cup (US)31.51 tbsp94.52 tsp

For the reverse conversion, see 1 cup of active dry yeast in ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 ounce of active dry yeast in cups?
1 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.19 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 2 ounces of active dry yeast is 0.38 cups and 0.5 ounces is 0.09 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the active dry yeast converter
How many cups is 1.5 ounces of active dry yeast?
1.5 ounces of active dry yeast is 0.28 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.19 cups and 2 ounces is 0.38 cups. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
What is 2 ounces of active dry yeast in cups?
2 ounces of active dry yeast is 0.38 cups. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.19 cups, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact cups reading.
How many ounces of active dry yeast is 0.19 cups?
0.19 cups of active dry yeast is 1.01 ounces. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between cups and ounces without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists ounces but you would rather weigh or measure in cups. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How much is 1 ounce of dried yeast in cups?
Dried yeast is another name for active dry yeast, so 1 ounce of dried yeast is 0.19 cups, exactly the same as active dry yeast. The figure does not change with the name: 2 ounces is 0.38 cups and 0.5 ounces is 0.09 cups. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are active dry yeast and dried yeast the same thing?
Yes. Dried yeast is another name for active dry yeast, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.19 cups under either name, and 2 ounces is 0.38 cups. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 oz active dry yeast in cups?
1/2 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.09 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.19 cups and 2 ounces is 0.38 cups. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.
What is 1/4 oz active dry yeast in cups?
1/4 ounce (0.25 ounce) of active dry yeast is 0.05 cups. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of active dry yeast is 0.19 cups and 2 ounces is 0.38 cups. Quarter amounts often come up when scaling a recipe down step by step, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts.

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