Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Coconut Oil
Convert tablespoons of coconut oil to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of coconut oil = 13.6g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (218g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for coconut oil in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Coconut Oil Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 13.6g |
| 2 tbsp | 27.3g |
| 3 tbsp | 40.9g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 54.5g |
| 5 tbsp | 68.1g |
| 6 tbsp | 81.8g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 109g |
| 10 tbsp | 136.3g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 163.5g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 218g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Coconut oil is solid below 76°F (24°C) and liquid above. 1 cup solid or liquid = 218g (same weight). Melted coconut oil can substitute for vegetable oil 1:1 by weight. Adds subtle coconut flavor.
About Coconut Oil Density
The density of coconut oil determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.908g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of coconut oil weighs 218g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For coconut oil, this equals 13.6g per tablespoon. Tablespoon measurements are useful for amounts between 1 teaspoon and 1/4 cup. For very precise recipes, weigh tablespoon amounts on a scale to avoid density variation errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of coconut oil?
1 tablespoon of coconut oil weighs approximately 13.6 grams (218g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of coconut oil?
2 tablespoons of coconut oil weighs approximately 27.2 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of coconut oil?
100g of coconut oil equals approximately 7.3 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of coconut oil?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of coconut oil (218g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 13.6g.