How Much Is 1 Teaspoon of Coconut Milk in Ounces?
1 teaspoon of coconut milk weighs 0.17 oz. This is based on coconut milk having a density of 226g per cup. Because teaspoons measure volume and ounces measure weight, the result depends on the ingredient, and a different ingredient would give a different result for the same 1 teaspoon.
Formula and Step-by-Step
- Start with 1 teaspoon of coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon of coconut milk = 4.71g
- 1 × 4.71 = 4.71g
- Convert grams to ounces: 4.71 ÷ 28.3495 = 0.17 oz
The same formula works for any amount. Multiply (or divide) by the density, then convert units as needed.
Measuring Tip
For liquids, place your measuring spoon on a flat surface and read at eye level. The bottom of the meniscus (the curve at the surface) should align with the measurement line.
Coconut Milk at Different Amounts
How coconut milk scales across common teaspoons measurements. Your amount (1 teaspoon) is highlighted.
Other Amounts of Coconut Milk
| Teaspoons | US Ounces | Metric Teaspoon | Imperial Teaspoon |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 teaspoons | 0.04 oz | 0.04 oz | 0.05 oz |
| 0.5 teaspoons | 0.08 oz | 0.08 oz | 0.10 oz |
| 1 teaspoon | 0.17 oz | 0.17 oz | 0.20 oz |
| 1.5 teaspoons | 0.25 oz | 0.25 oz | 0.30 oz |
| 2 teaspoons | 0.33 oz | 0.34 oz | 0.40 oz |
| 3 teaspoons | 0.50 oz | 0.51 oz | 0.60 oz |
| 4 teaspoons | 0.66 oz | 0.67 oz | 0.80 oz |
| 5 teaspoons | 0.83 oz | 0.84 oz | 1.00 oz |
| 6 teaspoons | 1.00 oz | 1.01 oz | 1.20 oz |
| 8 teaspoons | 1.33 oz | 1.35 oz | 1.60 oz |
Understanding the Units
What is a Teaspoon?
A US teaspoon is 4.929 ml, a metric teaspoon is exactly 5 ml, and an imperial teaspoon is 5.919 ml. The metric and US versions are nearly identical (1.4% difference), but the imperial teaspoon is 20% larger. For most spices the difference is negligible, but for leaveners like baking powder it can affect the result.
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.