Yeast Conversion Table
Convert the usage of dry yeast to compressed yeast
and vis versa
| Compressed Yeast |
Active Dry Yeast |
| Weight |
Weight |
Measurement |
| 1 ounce |
1/2 ounce |
1 1/2 Tbsp. |
| 1 1/2 ounce |
3/4 ounce |
2 Tbsp. |
| 2 ounce |
1 ounce |
3 Tbsp. |
| 4 ounce |
2 ounce |
1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp. |
| 6 ounce |
3 ounce |
1/3 cup |
| 8 ounce |
4 ounce |
1/3 cup + 3 Tbsp. |
| 10 ounce |
5 ounce |
1/2 cup + 2 1/2 Tbsp. |
| 12 ounce |
6 ounce |
2/3 cup |
| 1 pound |
8 ounce |
3/4 cup + 3 1/2 Tbsp. |
| 1 pound 8 ounces |
12 ounce |
1 1/3 cup |
| 2 pounds |
1 pound |
1 3/4 cup + 3 Tbsp. |
Here are a few helpful hints when using dry yeast. Weight the yeast
and place it in a bowl. Add the liquid heated to 110 degrees F., stir to
distribute and let sit for five minutes to activate it. Add the remaining
ingredients as directed by your recipe.
rev. 03/09
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