Batch Scaling Around 4 oz Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 56.7g (2 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 113.4g (4 oz) | ½ cup | 118.2 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 170.1g (6 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.3 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 cup | 236.4 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 340.2g (12 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 354.6 mL |
Measuring 4 oz of Unsalted Butter in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of unsalted butter weighs 227g when measured packed into cup / 2 sticks, 4 Ounces (113.4g) translates to 0.50 US cups (½ cup). By contrast, using the melted butter (liquid) measure (227g/cup — an identical per-cup density), 4 oz occupies ½ cup (0.50 cups).
In US stick markings, 4 oz corresponds to 1 butter stick (7.99 tablespoons). 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 cups is 4 ounces (4 oz) of unsalted butter? ▾
4 ounces (113.4 grams) of unsalted butter (packed into cup / 2 sticks, 227g per US cup) equals ½ cup (0.50 US Customary Cups, 0.47 Metric 250 mL cups, or 7.99 tablespoons).
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.