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Coconut oil

Coconut oil is unique because it changes density drastically with temperature. It is solid below 76°F (24°C) and liquid above. Measuring it solid in a cup creates massive air gaps, leading to dry baked goods. Weighing it guarantees you get the exact amount of fat, regardless of whether it's currently liquid or solid in your pantry.

Storage & tools

• Refrigerate perishable foods within 2 hours (1 hour if above 90°F/32°C).
• Keep the refrigerator at or below 40°F (4°C) and the freezer at 0°F (-18°C).
• Cool hot foods in shallow containers so they chill faster and more safely.
• Use an appliance thermometer to verify fridge and freezer temperatures.

Sources: CDC · FDA

FAQ

Should I measure coconut oil melted or solid?

Always measure by weight to avoid the issue entirely. If using volume, melt it first for accuracy, as packing solid chunks leads to inconsistent amounts.

Can I substitute coconut oil for butter?

Yes, 1:1 by weight. Note that coconut oil has no water content (unlike butter which is ~16% water), so cookies may be crunchier.

All conversions for this ingredient

• Cup → g /en/convert/coconut_oil/cup-to-grams/
• g → Cups /en/convert/coconut_oil/grams-to-cups/
• Tbsp → g /en/convert/coconut_oil/tbsp-to-grams/
• Tsp → g /en/convert/coconut_oil/tsp-to-grams/
• mL → g /en/convert/coconut_oil/ml-to-grams/
• oz → g /en/convert/coconut_oil/oz-to-grams/