Batch Scaling Around 16 oz (1 lb) Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 cup | 236.4 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 453.6g (16 oz) | 2 cups | 472.8 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 680.4g (24 oz) | 3 cups | 709.1 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 907.2g (32 oz) | 4 cups | 945.5 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1360.8g (48 oz) | 6 cups | 1418.3 mL |
Measuring 16 oz (1 lb) 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, 16 Ounces (453.6g) translates to 2.00 US cups (2 cups). By contrast, using the melted butter (liquid) measure (227g/cup — an identical per-cup density), 16 oz occupies 2 cups (2.00 cups).
In US stick markings, 16 oz corresponds to 4 butter sticks (31.97 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 16 ounces (16 oz) of unsalted butter? ▾
16 ounces (453.6 grams) of unsalted butter (packed into cup / 2 sticks, 227g per US cup) equals 2 cups (2.00 US Customary Cups, 1.89 Metric 250 mL cups, or 31.97 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.