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Egg Sizes

Got a recipe with egg numbers instead of sizes? Our handy guide will help you convert them.

Eggs are sold in four different sizes: Small, Medium, Large and Very Large (these replace the old sizes 0 to 7)

New Size

Weight Old Size
Very Large 73g +over Size 0
Size 1
Large 63 - 73g Size 1
Size 2
Size 3
Medium 53 - 63g Size 3
Size 4
Size 5
Small 53g +under Size 5
Size 6
Size 7


Recipe advice

The British Egg Information Service Home Economist, Jane Lawrie, advises using Large eggs in recipes that specify the old size 3 egg, for example, scrambled eggs, pancake mixture, cakes, soufflés and meringues. However, she stresses that recipes often vary so some trial and error may be required for certain dishes.

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