How Much Is 12 Tablespoons of Shredded Coconut in Grams?
12 tablespoons of shredded coconut weighs 60.00 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 12 tablespoons.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 12 tablespoons of shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut = 5g
- 12 × 5 = 60g
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 tablespoons measurements. Your amount (12 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 12 tablespoons of shredded coconut (60g) is close in weight to a whole large egg (57g).
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?
Tablespoon sizes differ by country. A US tablespoon is 14.787 ml, close to the 15 ml metric standard used in most countries. An Australian tablespoon is 20 ml, about 35% larger than US. An imperial tablespoon is 17.758 ml. If your recipe comes from Australia, the larger tablespoon size can make a real difference.
What is a Gram?
Grams are the preferred unit in professional kitchens and bakeries because they allow exact recipe scaling. To double a recipe, simply double the gram values. No need to worry about how tightly an ingredient is packed into a cup.