Batch Scaling Around 30g Unsalted Butter
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 15g (0.53 oz) | 1 tbsp + ¼ tsp | 15.6 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 30g (1.06 oz) | ⅛ cup | 31.3 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 45g (1.59 oz) | 3 tbsp + ½ tsp | 46.9 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 60g (2.12 oz) | ¼ cup | 62.5 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 90g (3.17 oz) | ⅓ cup + 1 tbsp | 93.8 mL |
Measuring 30g 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, 30 Grams (30g) translates to 0.13 US cups (⅛ cup). By contrast, using the melted butter (liquid) measure (227g/cup — an identical per-cup density), 30g occupies ⅛ cup (0.13 cups).
In US stick markings, 30g corresponds to 0.26 butter sticks (2.11 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 30 grams of unsalted butter? ▾
30 grams of unsalted butter (packed into cup / 2 sticks, 227g per US cup) equals ⅛ cup (0.13 US Customary Cups, 0.13 Metric 250 mL cups, or 2.11 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.