Convert Desiccated Coconut from Ounces to Tablespoon

How many tablespoons is 1 ounce of desiccated coconut?

1 ounce of desiccated coconut (dried coconut) is 5.38 tablespoons. 2 ounces of desiccated coconut is 10.75 tablespoons. 1/2 ounce of desiccated coconut is 2.69 tablespoons. 1/4 ounce (0.25 ounce) of desiccated coconut is 1.34 tablespoons. Use the converter below for any amount.

  • A tablespoon here is the 15 ml metric standard, about 16.67 to a metric cup, the same size as a UK tablespoon. A US tablespoon is smaller at 14.79 ml, so US cooks measuring with US spoons need slightly more. An Australian tablespoon is larger at 20 ml, so it holds about a third more. When tablespoon size matters →
  • One metric tablespoon of desiccated coconut weighs about 5.3 grams. A US tablespoon (14.79 ml) holds about 5.2 grams and an Australian tablespoon (20 ml) about 7 grams.
  • A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.

Desiccated coconut is finely shredded and dried coconut flesh, used in cakes, biscuits, macaroons, granola, and curry sauces. One metric cup (250 ml) of desiccated coconut weighs around 88 grams or 3.1 ounces. It is lighter and drier than the shredded coconut sold in US baking aisles, which is often sweetened and more moist.

Desiccated coconut compacts when pressed into a cup, so a scooped measure can weigh 20% more than a loose one. Weighing in grams gives the right amount without surprises.

Also known as

  • dried coconut
  • shredded coconut
  • fine coconut

Rolled oats and desiccated coconut are both light, dry ingredients used in granola, flapjacks, and crumble toppings. Oats are heavier (90 g vs 88 g per cup) and give a chewier texture; coconut adds sweetness and a fine crunch. They work well combined in the same recipe. See what 1 ounce of rolled oats is in tablespoons.

Coconut milk is pressed from the same coconut flesh that desiccated coconut is dried from. Steep desiccated coconut in hot water and strain for a quick homemade version, or weigh the dry coconut when a recipe wants texture rather than liquid. See what 1 ounce of coconut milk is in tablespoons.

Coconut cream is the thick, high-fat layer pressed from coconut flesh, while desiccated coconut is the same flesh dried and shredded. Use the cream for richness in curries and desserts, and the dry form for crunch and structure in bakes. See what 1 ounce of coconut cream is in tablespoons.

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Desiccated Coconut Measurement Converter

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5.38 Tablespoon

Common Desiccated Coconut Conversions

Here are the most common desiccated coconut conversions from ounces to tablespoons.

OuncesTablespoons
1 oz5.38 tbsp
2 oz10.75 tbsp
3 oz16.13 tbsp
4 oz21.51 tbsp
5 oz26.88 tbsp
6 oz32.26 tbsp
8 oz43.01 tbsp
10 oz53.76 tbsp
12 oz64.52 tbsp

Desiccated Coconut Conversion Chart

The conversion chart below gives a quick reference for converting desiccated coconut from Ounces to Tablespoon and other measurements.

ouncestbspcupgramscup(US)tsp
2.5 oz13.44 tbsp0.81 cup70.97 g0.84 cup (US)40.32 tsp
5 oz26.88 tbsp1.61 cup141.94 g1.68 cup (US)80.65 tsp
7.5 oz40.32 tbsp2.42 cup212.9 g2.52 cup (US)120.97 tsp
10 oz53.76 tbsp3.23 cup283.87 g3.36 cup (US)161.29 tsp

For the reverse conversion, see 1 tablespoon of desiccated coconut in ounces.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1 ounce of desiccated coconut in tablespoons?
1 ounce of desiccated coconut is 5.38 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 2 ounces of desiccated coconut is 10.75 tablespoons and 0.5 ounces is 2.69 tablespoons. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the desiccated coconut converter
How many tablespoons is 1.5 ounces of desiccated coconut?
1.5 ounces of desiccated coconut is 8.06 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of desiccated coconut is 5.38 tablespoons and 2 ounces is 10.75 tablespoons. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart below for the common ones.
What is 2 ounces of desiccated coconut in tablespoons?
2 ounces of desiccated coconut is 10.75 tablespoons. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 ounce of desiccated coconut is 5.38 tablespoons, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact tablespoons reading.
How many ounces of desiccated coconut is 5.38 tablespoons?
5.38 tablespoons of desiccated coconut is 1 ounce. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between tablespoons and ounces without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists ounces but you would rather weigh or measure in tablespoons. The converter above and the chart below cover both directions for any amount.
How much is 1 ounce of dried coconut in tablespoons?
Dried coconut is another name for desiccated coconut, so 1 ounce of dried coconut is 5.38 tablespoons, exactly the same as desiccated coconut. The figure does not change with the name: 2 ounces is 10.75 tablespoons and 0.5 ounces is 2.69 tablespoons. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Are desiccated coconut and dried coconut the same thing?
Yes. Dried coconut is another name for desiccated coconut, so they are the same ingredient and convert identically. 1 ounce of desiccated coconut is 5.38 tablespoons under either name, and 2 ounces is 10.75 tablespoons. Recipes use the two names interchangeably, so you can follow either one without changing quantities or weighing any differently.
What is 1/2 oz desiccated coconut in tablespoons?
1/2 ounce of desiccated coconut is 2.69 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of desiccated coconut is 5.38 tablespoons and 2 ounces is 10.75 tablespoons. Half measures come up often when scaling a recipe down, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other amount, or the chart below for the common ones.
What is 1/4 oz desiccated coconut in tablespoons?
1/4 ounce (0.25 ounce) of desiccated coconut is 1.34 tablespoons. The ratio is fixed, so 1 ounce of desiccated coconut is 5.38 tablespoons and 2 ounces is 10.75 tablespoons. Quarter amounts often come up when scaling a recipe down step by step, and the figure divides cleanly. Use the converter above for any other quantity, or the chart below for the most common amounts.

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