How Much Is 16 Tablespoons of Coconut Sugar in Ounces?
16 tablespoons of coconut sugar equals 6.35 oz. Coconut sugar has a density of 180g per cup (11.25g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 16 tablespoons of honey would be 11.99 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 16 tablespoons of coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon of coconut sugar = 11.25g
- 16 × 11.25 = 180g
- Convert grams to ounces: 180 ÷ 28.3495 = 6.35 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
Coconut sugar weighs 180g per cup. Different sugar types have different densities, so always use the specific type your recipe calls for.
Coconut Sugar at Different Amounts
How coconut sugar scales across common tablespoons measurements. Your amount (16 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 16 tablespoons of coconut sugar (180g) is close in weight to a smartphone (175g).
Other Amounts of Coconut Sugar
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.40 oz | 0.40 oz | 0.54 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.79 oz | 0.81 oz | 1.07 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 1.19 oz | 1.21 oz | 1.61 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 1.59 oz | 1.61 oz | 2.15 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 1.98 oz | 2.01 oz | 2.68 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 2.38 oz | 2.42 oz | 3.22 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 3.17 oz | 3.22 oz | 4.29 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 3.97 oz | 4.03 oz | 5.37 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 4.76 oz | 4.83 oz | 6.44 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 6.35 oz | 6.44 oz | 8.59 oz |
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 an Ounce?
An ounce (oz) is a US customary unit of weight equal to 28.3495 grams or 1/16 of a pound. In cooking, "ounces" refers to weight (avoirdupois ounces), not fluid ounces which measure volume.