How much is 1/2 cup of butter in grams?

Reviewed by Shree • Last checked October 2026 • How we measure
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1/2 cup of butter weighs 113.5 grams.

113.5 grams

≈ 4 oz (weight)

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)
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1/2 cup cup of Butter weighs 227 grams.

227 grams ≈ 8.01 oz

Nearby butter cup measurements

Compare weight conversions for common cup sizes of butter.

Cup Amount Weight (Grams) Weight (Ounces)
1/4 cup 57g 2 oz
1/3 cup 76g 2.7 oz
1/2 cup Current 114g 4 oz
2/3 cup 151g 5.3 oz
3/4 cup 170g 6 oz
1 cup 227g 8 oz
1 1/2 cups 340g 12 oz
2 cups 454g 16 oz

1/2 cup of butter in other units

If a recipe calls for 1/2 cup of butter, here is how that exact quantity converts into other volume and weight measurements:

How to measure butter accurately

Level cup, spooned in (not packed)

Measuring butter by volume using cups can introduce errors up to 20% due to settling, packing pressure, and variations between measuring cup brands. For dependable, professional baking and cooking results, weighing your ingredients in grams with an inexpensive digital kitchen scale eliminates every inconsistency.

Frequently asked questions

How many grams is 1/2 cup of butter?

1/2 cup of butter weighs 113.5 grams (approximately 4 ounces).

How many ounces is 1/2 cup of butter?

1/2 cup of butter weighs approximately 4 ounces (113.5g).

How many cups of butter is 100 grams?

100 grams of butter is approximately 0.44 cups.

How do you accurately measure 1/2 cup of butter?

The most accurate way to measure butter is by weight on a digital kitchen scale (113.5g). If measuring with cups, spoon the ingredient lightly into the measuring cup and level off flat with a knife without packing.

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