Batch Scaling Around ¼ US Cup Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 28.4g (1 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 56.8g (2 oz) | ¼ cup | 59.1 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 85.1g (3 oz) | ⅓ cup + 2 tsp | 88.7 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 113.5g (4 oz) | ½ cup | 118.3 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 170.3g (6.01 oz) | ¾ cup | 177.4 mL |
Measuring ¼ US Cup of Unsalted Butter in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 2 sticks at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, ¼ US cup of unsalted butter weighs 56.8 grams (2 ounces). Measured using the melted butter (liquid) method (227g/cup), that same ¼ cup holds 56.8g — virtually identical weight in your mixing bowl.
¼ US Cup equals 0.5 US sticks (4 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 ¼ cup of unsalted butter? ▾
¼ US Cup of unsalted butter measured packed into cup / 2 sticks weighs 56.8 grams (2 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.