Coconut Oil
Fat·Density: 0.92 g/ml
Also known as: virgin coconut oil, refined coconut oil
Density Information
0.92 g/ml(poured method)
Data source
USDA FoodData CentralAll Conversions
Measuring Tips
- Melt and measure as a liquid for most accurate results
- Can substitute for butter at roughly a 1:1 ratio
- Solid below 24°C (76°F) - melt before measuring by volume
- Density varies between solid and liquid states
Coconut Oil — Quick Reference
Common us cup to gram conversions
| US Cup | Gram |
|---|---|
| ¼ cup | 54g |
| ⅓ cup | 72g |
| ½ cup | 109g |
| ⅔ cup | 145g |
| ¾ cup | 163g |
| 1 cup | 218g |
| 1½ cups | 326g |
| 2 cups | 435g |
Based on coconut oil density of 0.92 g/ml (poured method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Frequently Asked Questions
1 US cup of coconut oil weighs approximately 218 grams. This is based on a density of 0.92 g/ml using the poured measurement method.
Coconut Oil has a density of 0.92 g/ml when measured using the poured method. This data is sourced from USDA FoodData Central.
For best accuracy, always measure coconut oil by weight (grams) using a kitchen scale. Volume measurements (cups) can vary by 10-30% depending on your measurement technique. This is especially important in baking where precision matters.