Batch Scaling Around ½ US Cup Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 56.8g (2 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 113.5g (4 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 170.3g (6.01 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 227g (8.01 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 340.5g (12.01 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 354.9 mL |
Measuring ½ US Cup of Unsalted Butter in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 2 sticks at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, ½ US cup of unsalted butter weighs 113.5 grams (4 ounces). Measured using the melted butter (liquid) method (227g/cup), that same ½ cup holds 113.5g — virtually identical weight in your mixing bowl.
½ US Cup equals 1 US stick (8 tbsp). In the US, 1 standard stick equals 1/2 cup (8 tablespoons or 113.5g); two sticks equal exactly 1 cup (227g). When packing softened butter from a block, press out air gaps.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #173410 (1 stick = 1/2 cup = 113.5g; 1 cup = 227g)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is ½ cup of unsalted butter? ▾
½ US Cup of unsalted butter measured packed into cup / 2 sticks weighs 113.5 grams (4 ounces).
Why is unsalted butter standard in professional pastry? ▾
It allows the baker complete control over salt levels and guarantees fresh sweet cream flavor with minimal water variability.
How much does melted butter weigh compared to solid butter? ▾
Butter does not lose mass when melted, so 1 cup of melted butter still weighs exactly 227 grams.