Convert Tablespoons to Grams: Shredded Coconut
Convert tablespoons of shredded coconut to grams with this precise reference table. 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut = 5.8g. There are 16 tablespoons in 1 US cup (93g). The table below covers 1 tbsp through 16 tbsp (1 full cup). Tablespoon measurements are especially common for shredded coconut in small-batch recipes and is the standard unit in US recipe measurements for amounts under 1/4 cup.
Shredded Coconut Tablespoons to Grams Table
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 5.8g |
| 2 tbsp | 11.6g |
| 3 tbsp | 17.4g |
| 4 tbsp (1/4 cup) | 23.3g |
| 5 tbsp | 29.1g |
| 6 tbsp | 34.9g |
| 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) | 46.5g |
| 10 tbsp | 58.1g |
| 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) | 69.8g |
| 16 tbsp (1 cup) | 93g |
Based on USDA FoodData Central data (1 US cup = 240ml = 16 tablespoons = 48 teaspoons). Note: Sweetened shredded coconut: 1 cup = 93g. Toasted shredded coconut is slightly denser (moisture removed). Unsweetened desiccated coconut: slightly denser ~100g/cup. Used in macaroons, cakes, granola.
About Shredded Coconut Density
The density of shredded coconut determines how much it weighs per unit of volume. At 0.388g/ml, 1 US cup (240ml) of shredded coconut weighs 93g under USDA standard conditions.
1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup = 15ml. For shredded coconut, this equals 5.8g 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 shredded coconut?
1 tablespoon of shredded coconut weighs approximately 5.8 grams (93g per cup ÷ 16 tablespoons per cup).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of shredded coconut?
2 tablespoons of shredded coconut weighs approximately 11.6 grams.
How many tablespoons is 100g of shredded coconut?
100g of shredded coconut equals approximately 17.2 tablespoons.
How many tablespoons are in 1 cup of shredded coconut?
There are 16 tablespoons in 1 cup. So 1 cup of shredded coconut (93g) = 16 tablespoons, each weighing 5.8g.