Yeast Conversion Calculator

Yeast Conversion Calculator — Convert Between Different Types of Yeast

Convert between active dry yeast, instant yeast, and fresh yeast. Calculate precise yeast conversions for baking recipes with different measurement units.

Step 1: Yeast Details

Yeast Amount

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Measurement Precision

Understanding Yeast Types

Active dry yeast needs activation in warm water, instant yeast can be mixed directly with flour, and fresh yeast has higher moisture content. Conversion ratios vary between types.

Step 2: Conversion Settings

Conversion Ratio Adjustment

100%

Adjust for recipe humidity or altitude

Recipe Size Multiplier

100%

Show equivalent measurements

Show yeast type comparison chart

Round to nearest standard measurement

Standard Yeast Conversions

1 tsp active dry yeast ≈ 3.1g | 1 tsp instant yeast ≈ 3.1g | 1 tsp fresh yeast ≈ 6g
General ratio: 1g active dry yeast = 0.75g instant yeast = 3g fresh yeast

Yeast Conversion Results

Summary

Type Comparison

Conversion Details

Converted Yeast Amount

21g

7g instant yeast → 21g fresh yeast

Original Amount

7g instant

Converted Amount

21g fresh

Conversion Ratio

1:3

Equivalent Teaspoons

3.5 tsp

Yeast Type Comparison

Yeast Type	Moisture Content	Activation Required	Equivalent to 7g Instant	Best For

Yeast Conversion Details

Conversion Formula

Converted Amount = Original Amount × Conversion Factor × Adjustment

Conversion factors: Active Dry → Instant = 0.75, Instant → Fresh = 3.0, Fresh → Active Dry = 0.33
Standard measurement: 1 teaspoon ≈ 3.1g yeast. Adjust for humidity, altitude, and recipe specifics.

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