Batch Scaling Around 1 US Cup Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 113.5g (4 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 227g (8.01 oz) | 1 cup | 236.6 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 340.5g (12.01 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 354.9 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 454g (16.01 oz) | 2 cups | 473.2 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 681g (24.02 oz) | 3 cups | 709.8 mL |
Measuring 1 US Cup of Unsalted Butter in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 2 sticks at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, 1 US cup of unsalted butter weighs 227 grams (8.01 ounces). Measured using the melted butter (liquid) method (227g/cup), that same 1 cup holds 227g — virtually identical weight in your mixing bowl.
1 US Cup equals 2 US sticks (16 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 1 cup of unsalted butter? ▾
1 US Cup of unsalted butter measured packed into cup / 2 sticks weighs 227 grams (8.01 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.