Yeast Converter
Convert between active dry yeast, instant yeast, and fresh yeast in grams and teaspoons.
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Yeast type conversion ratios:
Conversion ratios (by weight):
- Active dry to instant: multiply by 0.75
- Active dry to fresh: multiply by 3
- Instant to active dry: multiply by 1.33
- Instant to fresh: multiply by 4
- Fresh to active dry: multiply by 0.33
- Fresh to instant: multiply by 0.25
Standard packet:
- 1 packet active dry yeast = 7 g = 2.25 tsp
- 1 packet instant yeast = 7 g = 2.25 tsp
Usage notes:
- Active dry yeast needs to be dissolved in warm water first.
- Instant yeast can be mixed directly into dry ingredients.
- Fresh yeast (cake yeast) is perishable and kept refrigerated.