Coconut Milk:
Grams to Cups
One cup of full-fat coconut milk weighs 240 grams. Rich, creamy, and naturally dairy-free, coconut milk is a key ingredient in vegan baking and tropical desserts, providing moisture, fat, and a distinctive coconut flavor.
Convert Coconut Milk
1 cup = 240 grams
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Quick reference
Measurement Table
| Cups | Grams | Ounces |
|---|---|---|
| ⅛ cup | 30 g | 1.06 oz |
| ¼ cup | 60 g | 2.12 oz |
| ⅓ cup | 80 g | 2.82 oz |
| ½ cup | 120 g | 4.23 oz |
| ⅔ cup | 160 g | 5.64 oz |
| ¾ cup | 180 g | 6.35 oz |
| 1 cup | 240 g | 8.47 oz |
| 1¼ cups | 300 g | 10.58 oz |
| 1½ cups | 360 g | 12.70 oz |
| 2 cups | 480 g | 16.93 oz |
| 3 cups | 720 g | 25.40 oz |
About Coconut Milk
Full-fat canned coconut milk contains both the thick coconut cream that rises to the top and the thinner watery liquid beneath. When a recipe calls for 'coconut milk,' it typically means the two layers combined — shake or stir the can well before opening and measuring. If only coconut cream is required (richer, thicker), scoop from the top without disturbing the bottom layer.
At 240 g per cup, full-fat coconut milk weighs the same as water, though it contains much more fat and fewer carbohydrates. Its high fat content (typically 15–20%) gives coconut milk baked goods a rich, tender crumb and makes it an excellent dairy substitute in layer cakes, muffins, and quick breads.
Lite (reduced-fat) coconut milk is more watery and contributes less fat, which affects texture noticeably. Recipes developed for full-fat coconut milk will produce drier, less rich results with lite coconut milk. Check which type is called for, and don't assume they're interchangeable.
For whipped coconut cream, refrigerate the can overnight so the cream separates completely, then scoop only the firm cream into a chilled bowl and whip. This technique only works with full-fat coconut milk — lite varieties don't contain enough fat to whip.
Tips for measuring Coconut Milk
- Shake or stir the can well before measuring to combine cream and liquid layers.
- Full-fat vs. lite coconut milk are not interchangeable in baking — fat content affects texture.
- For whipped coconut cream, refrigerate canned coconut milk overnight first.
- Use a liquid measuring cup and check at eye level for accuracy.
Common mistakes
- Using lite coconut milk when full-fat is called for — results are noticeably less rich.
- Measuring without shaking — you'll get mostly cream or mostly water.
- Confusing coconut milk (liquid) with cream of coconut (sweetened, thick) — very different products.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many grams in a cup of Coconut Milk?
- 1 cup of Coconut Milk weighs 240 grams. This is the standard measurement used in most American recipes.
- How many cups is 240 grams of Coconut Milk?
- 240 grams of Coconut Milk equals exactly 1 cup. For partial amounts, use the converter above or the measurement table.
- Is 240 g per cup accurate for all brands?
- 240 g/cup is the widely accepted standard. Minor brand-to-brand variation exists (±5–10%), but for most baking purposes this figure is reliable.