How Much Is 11 Cups of Shredded Coconut in Ounces?
11 cups of shredded coconut equals 31.04 oz. Shredded coconut has a density of 80g per cup (80g per cup), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 11 cups of honey would be 131.92 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 11 cups of shredded coconut
- 1 cup of shredded coconut = 80g
- 11 × 80 = 880g
- Convert grams to ounces: 880 ÷ 28.3495 = 31.04 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 (11 cups) is highlighted.
For reference, 11 cups of shredded coconut (880g) is close in weight to a 2 lb bag of sugar (907g).
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 |
| 1.5 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 |
| 11 cups | 31.04 oz | 32.80 oz | 37.28 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?
Ounces are commonly used in US recipes for cheese, meat, chocolate, and other ingredients sold by weight. Many kitchen scales offer both gram and ounce readings.