How Much Is 1 Tablespoon of Shredded Coconut in Grams?
1 tablespoon of shredded coconut weighs 5.00 g. This is based on shredded coconut having a density of 80g per cup. Because tablespoons measure volume and grams measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 tablespoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut = 5g
- 1 × 5 = 5g
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Mental Math Shortcut
For 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut, just remember: 5g. Double it for 2 tablespoons (10g), halve it for a half tablespoon (2.5g).
Measuring Tip
Shredded coconut is very light and airy. Spoon it loosely into the measuring spoon without pressing down for accurate volume measurements.
Shredded Coconut at Different Amounts
How shredded coconut scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (1 tablespoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Shredded Coconut
| Tablespoons | US Grams | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 5.00 g | 5.07 g | 6.76 g |
| 2 tablespoons | 10.00 g | 10.14 g | 13.53 g |
| 3 tablespoons | 15.00 g | 15.22 g | 20.29 g |
| 4 tablespoons | 20.00 g | 20.29 g | 27.05 g |
| 5 tablespoons | 25.00 g | 25.36 g | 33.81 g |
| 6 tablespoons | 30.00 g | 30.43 g | 40.58 g |
| 8 tablespoons | 40.00 g | 40.58 g | 54.10 g |
| 10 tablespoons | 50.00 g | 50.72 g | 67.63 g |
| 12 tablespoons | 60.00 g | 60.86 g | 81.15 g |
| 16 tablespoons | 80.00 g | 81.15 g | 108.20 g |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
One tablespoon holds about 15 milliliters. There are 16 tablespoons in a cup and 3 teaspoons in a tablespoon. In baking, tablespoon measurements are used for butter, oil, honey, and other ingredients where a full cup would be too much.
What is a Gram?
A gram (g) is a metric unit of mass equal to 1/1000 of a kilogram. It is the standard weight measurement for precise baking worldwide. Professional bakers prefer grams because they are more accurate than volume measurements.