Butter in Grams: 1 Cup, ½ Cup, Tablespoon Conversion
Convert butter from cups to grams and ounces with precision for any recipe.
1 cup of butter weighs 227 grams.
≈ 8.01 oz (weight)
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1 cup of Butter weighs 227 grams.
227g (8.01 oz)
Level, unpacked US cupButter
US & UK alternative namesSpoon into cup & level off with a knife.
Prevent packing errorsButter cups to grams
Complete conversion reference chart for standard US cup measurements to grams and ounces.
| Cups (US) | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 28g | 0.99 oz | 2 tbsp |
| 1/4 cup | 57g | 2 oz | 4 tbsp |
| 1/3 cup | 76g | 2.7 oz | 5.3 tbsp |
| 1/2 cup | 114g | 4 oz | 8 tbsp |
| 2/3 cup | 151g | 5.3 oz | 10.7 tbsp |
| 3/4 cup | 170g | 6 oz | 12 tbsp |
| 1 cup | 227g | 8 oz | 16 tbsp |
| 1 1/2 cups | 340g | 12 oz | 24 tbsp |
| 2 cups | 454g | 16 oz | 32 tbsp |
| 3 cups | 681g | 24.02 oz | 48 tbsp |
| 4 cups | 908g | 32.03 oz | 64 tbsp |
| 5 cups | 1135g | 40.04 oz | 80 tbsp |
| Weight (Grams) | Cups (US) | Ounces (oz) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | < 1/8 cup (0.11) | 0.88 oz | 1.76 tbsp |
| 50g | ≈ 1/4 cup (0.22) | 1.76 oz | 3.52 tbsp |
| 75g | ≈ 1/4 cup (0.33) | 2.65 oz | 5.29 tbsp |
| 100g | ≈ 1/2 cup (0.44) | 3.53 oz | 7.05 tbsp |
| 125g | ≈ 1/2 cup (0.55) | 4.41 oz | 8.81 tbsp |
| 150g | ≈ 3/4 cup (0.66) | 5.29 oz | 10.57 tbsp |
| 200g | ≈ 1 cup (0.88) | 7.05 oz | 14.1 tbsp |
| 250g | ≈ 1 cup (1.10) | 8.82 oz | 17.62 tbsp |
| 300g | ≈ 1 1/4 cups (1.32) | 10.58 oz | 21.15 tbsp |
| 350g | ≈ 1 1/2 cups (1.54) | 12.35 oz | 24.67 tbsp |
| 400g | ≈ 1 3/4 cups (1.76) | 14.11 oz | 28.19 tbsp |
| 500g | ≈ 2 1/4 cups (2.20) | 17.64 oz | 35.24 tbsp |
1 cup of butter weighs 227 grams (2 US sticks). 1 tablespoon of butter is 14g. Most butter packaging shows tablespoon markers on the wrapper, making it easy to cut the right amount — but a kitchen scale is more accurate, especially when a recipe calls for partial cups.
For the most accurate results, weigh your butter with a digital kitchen scale — the values below assume a level, unpacked cup.
Butter ounces to grams
| Ounces | Grams | Cups |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | 28g | 0.12 cups |
| 2 oz | 57g | 0.25 cups |
| 3 oz | 85g | 0.37 cups |
| 4 oz | 113g | 0.5 cups |
| 6 oz | 170g | 0.75 cups |
| 8 oz | 227g | 1 cups |
| 10 oz | 283g | 1.25 cups |
| 12 oz | 340g | 1.5 cups |
| 16 oz | 454g | 2 cups |
Butter tablespoons to grams
| Tablespoons | Grams |
|---|---|
| 16 tablespoons | 224g |
| 12 tablespoons | 168g |
| 8 tablespoons | 112g |
| 4 tablespoons | 56g |
| 2 tablespoons | 28g |
| 1 tablespoon | 14g |
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is 1 cup of butter?
1 cup of butter weighs 227g.
How many grams is 1/2 cup of butter?
1/2 cup of butter weighs 113.5g.
How many grams is 1/4 cup of butter?
1/4 cup of butter weighs 56.75g.
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of butter?
1 tablespoon of butter weighs 14g.
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of butter?
2 tablespoons of butter weighs 28g.
How many grams is 1/3 cup of butter?
1/3 cup of butter weighs 74.91g.
How many grams is 4 tablespoons of butter?
4 tablespoons of butter weighs 56g.
How many cups is 100g of butter?
100g of butter is approximately 0.44 cups.
Practical baking & cooking tips for butter
- 1 US stick of butter equals 1/2 cup, 8 tablespoons, or 113.5 grams.
- For creaming with sugar, butter should be around 18°C–20°C (65°F), yielding slightly to gentle thumb pressure.
- For flaky pastry and pie dough, keep butter chilled at 4°C (40°F) or freeze and grate it directly into dry flour.
Common substitutions for butter
| Substitute | Ratio | Kitchen Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vegetable oil | 3:4 by weight (170g oil per 227g butter) | Makes cakes extra moist, though lacks the butter aerating power from creaming |
| Greek yoghurt | 1:2 by weight (114g yogurt replaces half the butter) | Reduces fat while maintaining tenderness and moisture |
Why accuracy matters for butter
Butter governs tenderness, flakiness, and moisture in baking. Because sticks of butter are divided by tablespoons and cups in the US, converting to grams ensures proper emulsion with eggs and sugar and avoids greasy or dry pastry.
Who needs grams for butter?
Crucial for international bakers following American recipes where butter is measured in "sticks" (1 stick = 1/2 cup = 113.5g).
Common mistakes to avoid with butter
- Using cold butter when the recipe calls for softened butter.
- Not measuring butter correctly by weight instead of volume.
- Substituting salted butter when the recipe requires unsalted butter.
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