How Much Is 2.7 Cups of Coconut Sugar in Ounces?
2.7 cups of coconut sugar equals 17.14 oz. Coconut sugar has a density of 180g per cup (180g per cup), which means it's moderate weight compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 2.7 cups of all-purpose flour would be 11.92 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 2.7 cups of coconut sugar
- 1 cup of coconut sugar = 180g
- 2.7 × 180 = 486g
- Convert grams to ounces: 486 ÷ 28.3495 = 17.14 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Coconut sugar should be spooned into the measuring cup and leveled off. Do not pack it unless the recipe specifically says to (packing is only standard for brown sugar).
Coconut Sugar at Different Amounts
How coconut sugar scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (2.7 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 2.7 cups of coconut sugar (486g) is close in weight to a bottle of water (500 ml) (510g).
Other Amounts of Coconut Sugar
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 1.59 oz | 1.68 oz | 1.91 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 2.10 oz | 2.21 oz | 2.52 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 3.17 oz | 3.35 oz | 3.81 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 4.76 oz | 5.03 oz | 5.72 oz |
| 1 cup | 6.35 oz | 6.71 oz | 7.63 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 9.52 oz | 10.06 oz | 11.44 oz |
| 2 cups | 12.70 oz | 13.42 oz | 15.25 oz |
| 2.7 cups | 17.14 oz | 18.11 oz | 20.59 oz |
| 3 cups | 19.05 oz | 20.13 oz | 22.88 oz |
| 4 cups | 25.40 oz | 26.84 oz | 30.50 oz |
| 5 cups | 31.75 oz | 33.55 oz | 38.13 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
A cup is a US customary unit of volume equal to 236.588 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces. It is the most common volume measurement in American recipes. One cup can be divided into 16 tablespoons or 48 teaspoons.
What is an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.