20g fresh yeast in dried yeast
20g of fresh yeast is
6.6 to 8.2g dried
That's 2 to 2¾ level teaspoons of dried or instant yeast.
| Maker's ratio | Dried yeast |
|---|---|
| King Arthur Baking | 6.6g (2 tsp) |
| Red Star (Lesaffre) | 8.2g (2¾ tsp) |
The two makers' ratios differ by about a fifth. If you know your yeast's brand, use that maker's figure.
Other amounts
- 10g fresh yeast in dried yeast
- 15g fresh yeast in dried yeast
- 25g fresh yeast in dried yeast
- 30g fresh yeast in dried yeast
- 50g fresh yeast in dried yeast
- 7g dried yeast in fresh yeast
- 14g dried yeast in fresh yeast
King Arthur Baking: dried = fresh × 0.33. Red Star (Lesaffre): dried = fresh × 0.41.