A butter conversion calculator converts any butter measurement into all common units simultaneously. Enter sticks, cups, tablespoons, grams, or ounces — all other values update instantly.
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Quick Reference
| Measure | Sticks | Cups | Tbsp | Grams |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 stick | 1 | ½ | 8 | 113 |
| 2 sticks | 2 | 1 | 16 | 227 |
| 4 sticks (1 lb) | 4 | 2 | 32 | 454 |
Butter Conversions Explained
The US standard stick of butter weighs exactly 4 oz (113g) and equals exactly 1/2 cup or 8 tablespoons. Two sticks make 1 cup. Four sticks make one pound. These relationships make converting between units straightforward.
European Butter
European butter has higher butterfat content (82-84% vs 80% for US butter) and comes in 250g blocks, not sticks. When a European recipe calls for 250g butter, that's about 2.2 US sticks or 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons.
Unsalted vs Salted
Most baking recipes call for unsalted butter so the cook controls salt level. If using salted butter, reduce any added salt in the recipe by 1/4 teaspoon per cup of butter.
FAQ
How many tablespoons are in a stick of butter?
1 US stick of butter = 8 tablespoons = 1/2 cup = 4 ounces = 113 grams. The wrapper on US butter sticks is marked with tablespoon lines for easy cutting.
How many grams in a cup of butter?
1 cup of butter = 227 grams = 2 sticks. One stick is 113g. European butter brands may differ slightly (they often have higher butterfat content and slightly different density).
Can I substitute oil for butter?
For most baking: use 3/4 the amount of neutral oil (e.g., 1 cup butter = 3/4 cup oil). Oil doesn't provide the same structure or flavor, but works reasonably well in moist cakes and quick breads. Not suitable for pastries requiring flaky texture.
Is this tool free?
Yes, completely free.