Convert Cocoa Powder – Cups, Grams, Ounces & Milliliters

Need to convert cocoa powder between cups, grams, ounces, or milliliters? Unitzzz gives you instant, accurate baking conversions using real ingredient density (≈0.40 g/ml). Perfect for brownies, cakes, or hot chocolate recipes.

Common Cocoa Powder Conversions

• 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder ≈ 5 grams
• 1 cup of cocoa powder ≈ 96 grams
• 100 grams of cocoa powder ≈ 1.04 cups
• 1 ml of cocoa powder ≈ 0.40 grams
• 1 ounce of cocoa powder ≈ 28.35 grams

About Cocoa Powder Density

Cocoa powder has a density of roughly 0.40 g/ml. It’s a light, aerated ingredient, meaning a cup of cocoa powder weighs only about 96 g. Always measure cocoa powder by weight for consistent baking results — it tends to compress when scooped.

Tips for Baking with Cocoa Powder

• Sift cocoa powder to prevent lumps in batter or frosting.
• When substituting for chocolate, use 3 tablespoons cocoa powder + 1 tablespoon fat per ounce of chocolate.
• Use unsweetened cocoa for recipes where sugar is already added.

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