How much does active dry yeast cost?
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Active dry yeast costs about $0.24 per teaspoon at typical US grocery prices, or about $0.72 per tablespoon and $1.44 per fluid ounce.
Cost of active dry yeast in a recipe
What the amounts recipes usually call for cost at $0.24 per teaspoon.
| Amount | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 tsp | $0.24 |
| 1 tbsp | $0.72 |
| 2 tbsp | $1.44 |
| 1 oz | $2.27 |
Active Dry Yeast price in other units
- Per tablespoon: $0.72
- Per cup: $11.52
- Per ounce (weight): $2.27
- Per pound: $36.29
- Per 100 grams: $8.00
- Per fluid ounce: $1.44
Recipes that use active dry yeast
| Recipe | Amount | Cost of the active dry yeast | Share of ingredient cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homemade Cinnamon Rolls | 7 g | $0.56 | 8% |
| Homemade Pepperoni Pizza | 7 g | $0.56 | 5% |
Compared with other baking essentials
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Where this price comes from
This is the default price the CrumbCounts catalog uses for active dry yeast: a typical US supermarket shelf price for a standard package, converted to a price per teaspoon. It is an estimate, not a measured average. Brand, store, region and package size all change what you pay, so your own receipts are the most accurate source. Conversions between cups and weight use standard baking densities.
Frequently asked questions
How much does 1 tbsp of active dry yeast cost?
About $0.72, at a typical price of $0.24 per teaspoon. 1 tsp is about $0.24 and 2 tbsp is about $1.44.
How do I work out the cost of active dry yeast in a recipe?
Convert the amount the recipe uses into the unit you buy it in, then multiply by the price. At $0.24 per teaspoon, use your own receipt price if it differs: the free CrumbCounts calculator does the unit conversion for you.
Which recipes use the most active dry yeast?
Of the CrumbCounts recipes, Homemade Cinnamon Rolls uses the most: 7 g, about $0.56 per batch (8% of its ingredient cost).
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