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To convert from Kanna (kanna) to Kaffekopp (kkp), use the following formula:
Let's convert 5 Kanna (kanna) to Kaffekopp (kkp).
Using the formula:
Therefore, 5 Kanna (kanna) is equal to Kaffekopp (kkp).
Here are some quick reference conversions from Kanna (kanna) to Kaffekopp (kkp):
| Kannor | Kaffekoppar |
|---|---|
| 0.000001 kanna | kkp |
| 0.001 kanna | kkp |
| 0.1 kanna | kkp |
| 1 kanna | kkp |
| 2 kanna | kkp |
| 3 kanna | kkp |
| 4 kanna | kkp |
| 5 kanna | kkp |
| 6 kanna | kkp |
| 7 kanna | kkp |
| 8 kanna | kkp |
| 9 kanna | kkp |
| 10 kanna | kkp |
| 20 kanna | kkp |
| 30 kanna | kkp |
| 40 kanna | kkp |
| 50 kanna | kkp |
| 100 kanna | kkp |
| 1000 kanna | kkp |
| 10000 kanna | kkp |
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A Kanna is a traditional unit of volume from Sweden, equal to 2.617 liters.
The word itself means "can," "pot," or "jug" in Swedish, directly reflecting its use as a container for measuring.
The correct plural form is Kannor, a term you'll find in historical records and recipes.
The Kanna has deep roots in Swedish history, serving as a standard unit of measurement long before the country adopted the metric system in 1889.
This measurement was a part of everyday life, used in homes and markets all across Sweden to measure everything from milk and spirits to dry goods.
The Kanna was part of a larger system of units, where a stop was half a Kanna, and a tunna (or barrel) was made up of 48 Kannor.
To help you visualize this volume, one Kanna is approximately the size of a large 2-liter soda bottle.
Here is a quick Kanna conversion guide to modern and historic units:
A kaffekopp (plural: kaffekoppar; abbreviation: kkp) is a unit of volume in the metric system equal to 150 milliliters (0.15 liters).
While not an official international unit, it is a traditional measurement essential for authentic Scandinavian baking and cooking.
The term "kaffekopp" is Swedish for "coffee cup."
This charming unit of measurement originated in traditional Scandinavian kitchens, where recipes were passed down using common household items, such as a standard-sized coffee cup, to measure ingredients.
To create consistency, the volume was later standardized to exactly 150 ml (or 1.5 dl), which reflects the typical size of an older Swedish coffee cup.
This standardization allows cooks everywhere to recreate historic recipes with perfect results.
Adapting a traditional Swedish recipe is easy when you know the right conversions.
One kaffekopp (kkp) is equal to:
Having these quick conversions is crucial for any baker or cook outside of Scandinavia wanting to follow traditional recipes without the guesswork.
The kaffekopp (coffee cup) is a traditional Swedish measure used in many classic baking recipes—especially for dry ingredients like flour and sugar.
For instance, an old sockerkaka (sponge cake) recipe might call for "2 kkp socker" (2 kaffekoppar of sugar).
Using this familiar, standardized cup helps maintain the correct ingredient ratios, which is crucial for achieving the authentic texture and flavor of Scandinavian baked goods.
So next time you see kkp in a recipe, you'll know exactly what to use.