Butter Measurement Converter
Instantly convert butter measurements between grams, ounces, cups, tablespoons, and sticks. A free, reliable tool for bakers and home cooks to ensure perfect recipes.
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Common Butter Equivalents
Standard equivalents for butter to help you quickly verify conversions and adjust your recipes without a calculator.
| Sticks | Cups | Tablespoons | Ounces | Grams |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 1/8 | 2 | 1 oz | 28 g |
| 1/2 | 1/4 | 4 | 2 oz | 57 g |
| 1 | 1/2 | 8 | 4 oz | 113 g |
| 2 | 1 | 16 | 8 oz | 227 g |
| 4 | 2 | 32 | 16 oz (1 lb) | 454 g |
Butter Measurement Calculator FAQ
Everything you need to know about measuring and converting butter for your baking and cooking.
There are exactly 8 tablespoons in one standard stick of butter. A single stick also equals 1/2 cup, 4 ounces, or approximately 113 grams.
One US cup of butter weighs approximately 227 grams (precisely 226.8 grams). This is equivalent to two standard sticks of butter.
Yes, you can generally substitute margarine for butter in a 1:1 ratio by volume or weight. However, because margarine often has a higher water content, it may slightly alter the texture of baked goods, making them softer or less crisp.
Most butter sticks have measurement markings printed on the wrapper, showing tablespoons and fractions of a cup. You can also use standard dry measuring cups and spoons, pressing the butter firmly into the cup to remove air pockets and leveling it off with a straight edge.