How Much Is 12 Ounces of Shredded Coconut in Cups?
12 ounces of shredded coconut equals 4.25 cups. That's 340.19g, and Shredded coconut has a density of 80g per cup. Because ounces measure weight and cups measure volume, the result depends on the ingredient's density.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 12 ounces of shredded coconut
- Convert ounces to grams: 12 × 28.35 = 340.19g
- 1 cup of shredded coconut = 80g
- 340.19g ÷ 80g/cup = 4.25 cups
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Sweetened and unsweetened shredded coconut have different densities. Sweetened coconut is heavier per cup due to added sugar.
Shredded Coconut at Different Amounts
How shredded coconut scales across common ounces measurements. Your amount (12 ounces) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Shredded Coconut
| Ounces | US Cups | Metric Cup | Imperial Cup |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ounce | 0.35 cups | 0.34 cups | 0.30 cups |
| 2 ounces | 0.71 cups | 0.67 cups | 0.59 cups |
| 3 ounces | 1.06 cups | 1.01 cup | 0.89 cups |
| 4 ounces | 1.42 cups | 1.34 cups | 1.18 cups |
| 5 ounces | 1.77 cups | 1.68 cups | 1.48 cups |
| 6 ounces | 2.13 cups | 2.01 cups | 1.77 cups |
| 8 ounces | 2.83 cups | 2.68 cups | 2.36 cups |
| 10 ounces | 3.54 cups | 3.35 cups | 2.95 cups |
| 12 ounces | 4.25 cups | 4.02 cups | 3.54 cups |
| 16 ounces | 5.67 cups | 5.37 cups | 4.72 cups |
Understanding the Units
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.
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.