Batch Scaling Around 1 Tablespoon Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 7.1g (0.25 oz) | 1 ½ tsp | 7.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 14.2g (0.5 oz) | 1 tbsp | 14.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 21.3g (0.75 oz) | 1 tbsp + 1 ½ tsp | 22.2 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 28.4g (1 oz) | ⅛ cup | 29.6 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 42.6g (1.5 oz) | 3 tbsp | 44.4 mL |
Measuring 1 Tablespoon of Unsalted Butter in the Kitchen
Measured packed into cup / 2 sticks at a verified bulk density of 227g per US cup, 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter weighs 14.2 grams (0.5 ounces). Measured using the melted butter (liquid) method (227g/cup), that same 1 tbsp holds 14.2g — virtually identical weight in your mixing bowl.
1 Tablespoon equals 0.13 US sticks (1 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 1 tbsp of unsalted butter? ▾
1 Tablespoon of unsalted butter measured packed into cup / 2 sticks weighs 14.2 grams (0.5 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.