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Shop scales ↗Coconut Sugar
Sugars & SweetenersMade from dehydrated coconut palm sap. Rich caramel flavour with lower glycemic index.
Reviewed by CupOrGram Editorial TeamData methodology: NIST-derived density references + recipe testing notesMethodology
Properties
Density Index
0.76 g/cm3
1 Cup Weight
180g
Texture
Granular
Category
Sugar
Top Substitute
Brown Sugar
Use 1:1
Very similar flavour and behaviour. Slightly more moisture.
Conversions
| cups | grams |
|---|---|
| 1/4 cups | 45.0 grams |
| 1/3 cups | 59.3 grams |
| 1/2 cups | 89.9 grams |
| 1 cups | 180 grams |
| 1.50 cups | 270 grams |
| 2 cups | 360 grams |
| 3 cups | 539 grams |
| 4 cups | 719 grams |
Density: 0.76 g/ml
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Science Note: Precision within +/-0.002g
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Substitutions for Coconut Sugar
Storage Tips
Airtight container. Lasts 2+ years. May harden over time.
Baking Science
Contains inulin fibre which slows absorption. Less fructose than table sugar. Behaves almost identically in baking.
Recipe Context
For cookies: sugar ratio drives spread and caramelization.
For cakes: sugar level affects tenderness and moisture retention.
For frostings: weight gives repeatable texture batch to batch.
Common Pitfalls
- Switching brands without re-checking weight can change texture and bake time.
- Using volume-only measurements for dense ingredients can overshoot recipe targets.
- Packed vs unpacked sugar measurements are not interchangeable.
Brand Variance & Measuring Method
Baseline reference: 1 cup coconut sugar = 180g. In real kitchens, a practical range is usually 166g-194g per cup (8% band).
Why this happens: granule size, packing, and moisture level shift how much sugar fits in a cup.