A scrambled egg typically weighs around 2 ounces (about 56 grams) when cooked. However, the exact weight can vary depending on the size of the egg and how much air is incorporated during scrambling. Generally, one large egg weighs approximately 2 ounces before cooking.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of the weight and factors involved in scrambled eggs:
- Weight of One Large Egg (Raw):
- A large egg typically weighs about 2 ounces (56 grams) in its raw state. This is the total weight, including the shell, egg white, and yolk.
- The egg white alone weighs about 1 ounce (28 grams), and the yolk typically weighs about 1 ounce as well.
- Cooking Process:
- When you scramble the egg, some moisture is lost due to the heat, so the weight of the cooked scrambled egg will be slightly less than its raw weight.
- However, the exact weight of the scrambled egg can vary depending on how much liquid (like milk or water) is added and how thoroughly it’s cooked.
- Scrambling and Air Incorporation:
- The process of scrambling an egg often involves whisking, which incorporates air and can make the scrambled eggs puff up. This air will make the scrambled eggs appear larger but doesn’t significantly change the overall weight.
- Scrambled eggs that are whipped more might appear fluffier but will still be close to the 2-ounce weight per egg after cooking.
- Scrambled Egg Serving Size:
- A typical serving of scrambled eggs is usually about 2 scrambled eggs per person, which would total about 4 ounces (113 grams) of cooked eggs. This can vary based on preferences and portion size.
- Additional Ingredients:
- If you add ingredients like butter, cheese, or cream to your scrambled eggs, these will contribute extra weight, so the total weight of the scrambled eggs will be more than the eggs alone.