How to measure it
Check that the coconut is unsweetened and shredded, then spoon it in loosely.
Sweetened coconut often has more moisture. For a recipe specifying unsweetened shreds, check the bag before measuring.
Convert a different amountUnsweetened shredded coconut
One level US cup of unsweetened shredded coconut weighs approximately 53 grams.
| Measure | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 US cup | 53 g |
| ½ US cup | 26.5 g |
| ⅓ US cup | 17.7 g |
| ¼ US cup | 13.3 g |
| 1 US tablespoon | 3.3 g |
| 1 US teaspoon | 1.1 g |
Original chart entry “Coconut (unsweetened, shredded)” — 1 US cup weighs approximately 53 g.
Reference weights · King Arthur Baking ingredient chart. Use your recipe’s published gram weight when available.