How Much Is 5.67 Tablespoons of Shredded Coconut in Ounces?
5.67 tablespoons of shredded coconut equals 1.00 oz. Shredded coconut has a density of 80g per cup (5g per tablespoon), which means it's relatively light compared to other common cooking ingredients. For comparison, 5.67 tablespoons of honey would be 4.25 oz.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 5.67 tablespoons of shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut = 5g
- 5.67 × 5 = 28.35g
- Convert grams to ounces: 28.35 ÷ 28.3495 = 1.00 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
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 (5.67 tablespoons) is highlighted.
For reference, 5.67 tablespoons of shredded coconut (28.35g) is close in weight to a slice of cheese (28g).
Other Amounts of Shredded Coconut
| Tablespoons | US Ounces | Metric Tablespoon | Australian Tablespoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 0.18 oz | 0.18 oz | 0.24 oz |
| 2 tablespoons | 0.35 oz | 0.36 oz | 0.48 oz |
| 3 tablespoons | 0.53 oz | 0.54 oz | 0.72 oz |
| 4 tablespoons | 0.71 oz | 0.72 oz | 0.95 oz |
| 5 tablespoons | 0.88 oz | 0.89 oz | 1.19 oz |
| 5.67 tablespoons | 1.00 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.35 oz |
| 6 tablespoons | 1.06 oz | 1.07 oz | 1.43 oz |
| 8 tablespoons | 1.41 oz | 1.43 oz | 1.91 oz |
| 10 tablespoons | 1.76 oz | 1.79 oz | 2.39 oz |
| 12 tablespoons | 2.12 oz | 2.15 oz | 2.86 oz |
| 16 tablespoons | 2.82 oz | 2.86 oz | 3.82 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Tablespoon?
A tablespoon (tbsp) is a US customary unit of volume equal to 14.787 milliliters, 3 teaspoons, or 1/16 of a cup. It is commonly used for measuring smaller amounts of ingredients.
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.