How Much Is 1.18 Cups of Shredded Coconut in Ounces?
Converting 1.18 cups of shredded coconut to ounces gives 3.33 oz. One cup of shredded coconut weighs 80g, so 1.18 cups is 1.18 × 80 = 94.4g (3.33 oz). This conversion is specific to shredded coconut because each ingredient has a different density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1.18 cups of shredded coconut
- 1 cup of shredded coconut = 80g
- 1.18 × 80 = 94.4g
- Convert grams to ounces: 94.4 ÷ 28.3495 = 3.33 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Toast shredded coconut before adding to recipes for richer flavor. Toasting does not significantly change the weight.
Shredded Coconut at Different Amounts
How shredded coconut scales across common cups measurements. Your amount (1.18 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 1.18 cups of shredded coconut (94.4g) is close in weight to a deck of playing cards (94g).
Other Amounts of Shredded Coconut
| Cups | US Ounces | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 cups | 0.71 oz | 0.75 oz | 0.85 oz |
| 0.33 cups | 0.93 oz | 0.98 oz | 1.12 oz |
| 0.5 cups | 1.41 oz | 1.49 oz | 1.69 oz |
| 0.75 cups | 2.12 oz | 2.24 oz | 2.54 oz |
| 1 cup | 2.82 oz | 2.98 oz | 3.39 oz |
| 1.18 cups | 3.33 oz | 3.52 oz | 4.00 oz |
| 1.5 cups | 4.23 oz | 4.47 oz | 5.08 oz |
| 2 cups | 5.64 oz | 5.96 oz | 6.78 oz |
| 3 cups | 8.47 oz | 8.95 oz | 10.17 oz |
| 4 cups | 11.29 oz | 11.93 oz | 13.56 oz |
| 5 cups | 14.11 oz | 14.91 oz | 16.94 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Cup?
The US cup (236.588 ml) is slightly smaller than the metric cup used in Australia and some other countries (250 ml). When following recipes from different countries, check which cup standard is being used.
What is an Ounce?
Weight ounces and fluid ounces are different measurements. A fluid ounce measures volume (29.574 ml), while an ounce measures weight (28.35g). They only align for water, where 1 fl oz weighs approximately 1 oz.