Batch Scaling Around 8 oz Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 113.4g (4 oz) | ½ cup | 118.2 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 cup | 236.4 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 340.2g (12 oz) | 1 ½ cups | 354.6 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 453.6g (16 oz) | 2 cups | 472.8 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 680.4g (24 oz) | 3 cups | 709.1 mL |
Measuring 8 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, 8 Ounces (226.8g) translates to 1.00 US cups (1 cup). By contrast, using the melted butter (liquid) measure (227g/cup — an identical per-cup density), 8 oz occupies 1 cup (1.00 cups).
In US stick markings, 8 oz corresponds to 2 butter sticks (15.99 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 8 ounces (8 oz) of unsalted butter? ▾
8 ounces (226.8 grams) of unsalted butter (packed into cup / 2 sticks, 227g per US cup) equals 1 cup (1.00 US Customary Cups, 0.95 Metric 250 mL cups, or 15.99 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.