Batch Scaling Around ⅓ US Cup Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 37.8g (1.33 oz) | 2 tbsp + 2 tsp | 39.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 75.7g (2.67 oz) | ⅓ cup | 78.9 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 113.5g (4 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 151.3g (5.34 oz) | ⅔ cup | 157.7 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 227g (8.01 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
Measuring ⅓ US Cup of Unsalted Butter in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 2 sticks at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, ⅓ US cup of unsalted butter weighs 75.7 grams (2.67 ounces). Measured using the melted butter (liquid) method (227g/cup), that same ⅓ cup holds 75.7g — virtually identical weight in your mixing bowl.
⅓ US Cup equals 0.67 US sticks (5.33 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 ⅓ cup of unsalted butter? ▾
⅓ US Cup of unsalted butter measured packed into cup / 2 sticks weighs 75.7 grams (2.67 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.