Scale to GramsHow Much Does a Cup of Butter Weigh? Sticks, Grams & Tablespoons
Quick Answer
A US cup of butter weighs exactly 8 oz (227g) and equals 2 sticks. Each stick is 4 oz (113g) or 1/2 cup. One tablespoon of butter is 0.5 oz (14g) and 102 calories.
Try the AI Kitchen Scale1 cup of butter
8 oz
227g, 2 sticks, 1,628 cal
1 stick of butter
4 oz
113g, 1/2 cup, 810 cal
1 tbsp butter
0.5 oz
14g, 102 cal
Butter Conversion Chart
US butter is the most consistent baking ingredient because sticks are standardized to exactly 4 oz (113g).
| US measure | Sticks | Weight (oz) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 1/8 stick | 0.5 oz | 14g |
| 2 tbsp | 1/4 stick | 1 oz | 28g |
| 1/4 cup (4 tbsp) | 1/2 stick | 2 oz | 57g |
| 1/3 cup | ~2/3 stick | 2.7 oz | 76g |
| 1/2 cup (8 tbsp) | 1 stick | 4 oz | 113g |
| 2/3 cup | ~1.3 sticks | 5.3 oz | 151g |
| 3/4 cup | 1.5 sticks | 6 oz | 170g |
| 1 cup (16 tbsp) | 2 sticks | 8 oz | 227g |
| 1 lb (US box) | 4 sticks | 16 oz | 454g |
Butter Calories
Butter is one of the most calorie-dense common foods at 717 cal per 100g. 1 tbsp = 102 cal. 1 stick = 810 cal. 1 cup = 1,628 cal. Macros are almost pure fat: 1 cup = 184g fat (115g saturated), 2.4g carbs, 1.9g protein.
Measuring Butter Correctly
Cold butter: cut at the tablespoon marks on the wrapper. Softened: pack into a dry cup with no air gaps, level with a knife. Melted: measure as a liquid in a measuring cup with a spout. For European recipes in grams, use a scale.
European vs US Butter
European butter is 82-86% butterfat vs 80% for US butter. Slightly higher density and richer flavor. If a European recipe calls for 250g, use 1 cup + 1 tbsp of US butter. Worth using European butter for croissants, shortbread, and butter sauces where butter is the star.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams in a cup of butter?+
A US cup of butter weighs exactly 227 grams (8 oz). This equals 2 standard US sticks of butter.
How many tablespoons in a stick of butter?+
One US stick of butter is 8 tablespoons. The wrapper is marked at each tablespoon line, so you can cut exact amounts without a scale.
How much does a stick of butter weigh?+
A standard US stick of butter weighs 4 oz (113.5g) and equals 1/2 cup or 8 tablespoons. A pound box contains 4 sticks (16 oz / 454g total).
How many calories in a stick of butter?+
One stick (4 oz / 113g) of butter contains 810 calories, almost entirely from fat. One tablespoon has 102 calories.
How much butter is 250g?+
250g of butter is about 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon, or just over 2 US sticks. European butter is commonly sold in 250g blocks.
Can I substitute oil for butter in baking?+
Often yes, but use 3/4 the volume of butter (so 3/4 cup oil for 1 cup butter). Texture changes: cookies spread more, cakes are moister, pastry loses flakiness. Use neutral oils like canola for best swap.
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