Unsalted Butter: Complete Cup to Gram Conversion
1 cup of unsalted butter weighs 227g (spooned, USDA standard) or varies by measuring technique. See the full 16-interval conversion table for all amounts below.
Unsalted Butter Conversion Table
1 cup unsalted butter = 227g (USDA FoodData Central basis. 1 cup = 240ml)
| Amount | Grams (g) | Ounces (oz) | Milliliters (ml) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 cup | 28.38g | 1 oz | 30 ml |
| 1/4 cup | 56.75g | 2 oz | 60 ml |
| 1/3 cup | 75.67g | 2.67 oz | 80 ml |
| 1/2 cup | 113.5g | 4 oz | 120 ml |
| 2/3 cup | 151.33g | 5.34 oz | 160 ml |
| 3/4 cup | 170.25g | 6.01 oz | 180 ml |
| 1 cup1 cup | 227g | 8.01 oz | 240 ml |
| 1 1/4 cups | 283.75g | 10.01 oz | 300 ml |
| 1 1/2 cups | 340.5g | 12.01 oz | 360 ml |
| 1 2/3 cups | 378.33g | 13.35 oz | 400 ml |
| 2 cups | 454g | 16.01 oz | 480 ml |
| 2 1/2 cups | 567.5g | 20.02 oz | 600 ml |
| 3 cups | 681g | 24.02 oz | 720 ml |
| 3 1/2 cups | 794.5g | 28.03 oz | 840 ml |
| 4 cups | 908g | 32.03 oz | 960 ml |
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy. Values shown for spooned (not packed) measurement unless specified.
Unsalted Butter vs Other Butter Types
Different types of butter vary in weight per cup due to different densities.
| Butter Type | 1 Cup (g) | Density (g/ml) |
|---|---|---|
| Unsalted Buttercurrent | 227g | 0.946 |
| Salted Butter | 227g | 0.946 |
| Ghee (Clarified Butter) | 218g | 0.908 |
Why Does 1 Cup of Unsalted Butter Vary?
The weight of 1 cup depends on how you measure. USDA standard (spooned) = 227g.
Standard pour
Pour liquid into measuring cup at eye level. For liquids, density is consistent regardless of technique.
ConsistentAbout Unsalted Butter Density
Butter is nearly as dense as water when melted (0.946 g/ml). 1 cup solid butter = 227g = 2 sticks US. Softened butter and solid butter weigh the same per cup — measuring by weight is most reliable. Melted butter = slightly less by volume.
Pro tip: For consistent baking results, use a kitchen scale. Weight measurements eliminate the variability of cup measurement entirely. USDA values shown are based on the spooned & leveled method.
Unsalted Butter: Grams to Cups Conversion
Convert unsalted butter from grams back to cups, tablespoons, and teaspoons.
| Grams | Cups | Tablespoons | Teaspoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25g | 0.11 cups | 1.76 tbsp | 5.29 tsp |
| 50g | 0.22 cups | 3.52 tbsp | 10.57 tsp |
| 100g | 0.44 cups | 7.05 tbsp | 21.15 tsp |
| 150g | 0.66 cups | 10.57 tbsp | 31.72 tsp |
| 200g | 0.88 cups | 14.1 tbsp | 42.29 tsp |
| 250g | 1.1 cups | 17.62 tbsp | 52.86 tsp |
| 300g | 1.32 cups | 21.15 tbsp | 63.44 tsp |
| 400g | 1.76 cups | 28.19 tbsp | 84.58 tsp |
| 500g | 2.2 cups | 35.24 tbsp | 105.73 tsp |
Based on 1 cup unsalted butter = 227g (USDA standard, spooned & leveled). 16 tablespoons = 1 cup. 48 teaspoons = 1 cup.
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