Batch Scaling Around 1 US Cup Salted 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 Salted Butter in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 2 sticks at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, 1 US cup of salted 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). Follow stick wrapper tablespoon markings or weigh directly on a scale. Contains roughly 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) of added salt per half-cup stick.
Source note: USDA FoodData Central #173418 (standard 227g per 2-stick cup)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 cup of salted butter? ▾
1 US Cup of salted butter measured packed into cup / 2 sticks weighs 227 grams (8.01 ounces).
Can I bake with salted butter if the recipe calls for unsalted? ▾
Yes, substitute gram for gram, but reduce the recipe’s added salt by 1/4 teaspoon per half-cup (113g) stick.
Does salted butter have a longer shelf life than unsalted? ▾
Yes, salt acts as a natural preservative, giving salted butter an extra 3 to 4 weeks of refrigeration life.