Shredded Coconut
US Tablespoon to Gram
US Cup (236ml)
89.9g
Metric Cup (250ml)
95.0g
A US cup (236.59ml) of shredded coconut weighs 90g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 95g. That's a 5.7% difference - make sure you know which cup size your recipe uses!
Shredded Coconut — Quick Reference
Common us tablespoon to gram conversions
| US Tablespoon | Gram |
|---|---|
| ½ tbsp | 3g |
| 1 tbsp | 6g |
| 2 tbsp | 11g |
| 3 tbsp | 17g |
| 4 tbsp | 22g |
| 5 tbsp | 28g |
| 6 tbsp | 34g |
Based on shredded coconut density of 0.38 g/ml (spooned method). Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Understanding Shredded Coconut Conversions
The Math Behind This Conversion
To convert 1 us tablespoon of shredded coconut to gram, we use the density of shredded coconut (0.38 g/ml). A us tablespoon contains 14.79ml, so 1 us tablespoon equals 14.79ml. Multiplying by the density: 14.79ml × 0.38 g/ml = 5.6g.
US vs Metric Cups: Why It Matters
When converting shredded coconut, the cup size matters significantly. A US cup (236.6ml) of shredded coconut weighs 90g, while a metric cup (250ml) weighs 95g—a difference of 5g (6%). If you're following a recipe from a different country, using the wrong cup size could affect your results. American recipes use US cups, while recipes from Australia, UK, and most other countries use metric cups.
Measurement Tip
Measuring shredded coconut by volume is notoriously inconsistent because the pieces don't pack uniformly. Weighing with a kitchen scale gives much more reliable results. The density value we use (0.38 g/ml) represents an average, but your actual measurement may vary by 15-20%.
About Our Data
The density value of 0.38 g/ml for shredded coconut is from the USDA FoodData Central database (ID: 170172). This measurement was taken with shredded coconut spooned into the measuring cup and leveled. Different measurement methods affect the density: packed (0.48 g/ml).