Three-Quarter Cup of Salted Butter in Grams

3/4 cup of salted butter weighs 170.25g (6.01 oz, 180ml) according to USDA FoodData Central (1 cup salted butter = 227g, spooned and leveled method). 3/4 cup = 0.75 of a full cup (240ml). See the full conversion table below for all amounts from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups.

3/4 Cup
170.25g
6.01 oz
3/4 Cup → ml
180ml
0.946 g/ml density
1 cup reference
227g
USDA standard

Salted Butter Cup-to-Gram Conversion Table

Full range from 1 tablespoon to 3 cups. The highlighted row shows 3/4 cup.

AmountGrams
1 tbsp14.19g
2 tbsp28.38g
1/8 cup28.38g
1/4 cup56.75g
1/3 cup75.67g
1/2 cup113.5g
2/3 cup151.33g
3/4 cupthis page170.25g
1 cup227g
1 1/4 cups283.75g
1 1/2 cups340.5g
1 3/4 cups397.25g
2 cups454g
2 1/2 cups567.5g
3 cups681g

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 1145). 1 US cup = 240ml. Values use spooned-and-leveled method.

3/4 Cup of Different Ingredients — Weight Comparison

3/4 cup of different ingredients varies widely in weight because each has a different density. This matters when substituting ingredients in recipes.

Ingredient3/4 Cup (g)
Ghee (Clarified Butter)163.5g
Unsalted Butter170.25g
Salted Buttercurrent170.25g

All values use USDA FoodData Central spooned-and-leveled method. Click any ingredient to see its full conversion table.

Measuring Salted Butter Accurately

Why weight matters: 3/4 cup of salted butter can weigh anywhere from 145g to 204g depending on how you measure it. The USDA standard is 170.25g (spooned and leveled). Scooping directly from the container can add 10–20% extra weight, which affects recipe results — especially in baking.

About salted butter density: Salted butter weighs virtually the same as unsalted — the salt content is minimal. 1 cup = 227g. Use unsalted for baking when precise salt control matters. Salted butter keeps longer in the refrigerator.

Spoon & Level
170.25g
USDA standard — most accurate for volume cups
Scooped (packed)
~196g
10–20% heavier — avoid for precision baking
Kitchen Scale
170.25g
Most reliable — eliminates technique variation

About 3/4 Cup as a Measurement

3/4 cup = 12 tablespoons = 180ml. This is one of the four standard cup measures (1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 3/4, 1). Common in cookie recipes where the flour amount sits between 1/2 and 1 full cup.

Three-quarter cup is a frequent flour amount in drop cookies, scones, and coffee cake toppings. At 180ml, it is exactly 3/4 of a standard US cup (240ml) and 12 tablespoons precisely.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many grams is 3/4 cup of salted butter?

3/4 cup of salted butter weighs 170.25 grams (6.01 oz, 180ml). Based on USDA FoodData Central: 1 cup salted butter = 227g, so 3/4 cup = 227 × 0.750 = 170.25g.

Is 3/4 cup of salted butter the same weight every time?

The weight can vary slightly depending on measuring technique. Spooned and leveled gives 170.25g. Scooped (packed) can be 10–20% heavier. Sifted gives a lighter weight. The USDA standard (spooned and leveled) of 170.25g is the most reliable baseline for recipes.

How do I accurately measure 3/4 cup of salted butter?

For accuracy, use a kitchen scale and weigh 170.25g of salted butter. If using measuring cups, spoon the salted butter lightly into a 3/4 Cup measuring cup and level off the top with a straight edge. Avoid scooping directly from the container, which compacts the ingredient and adds extra weight.

How does 3/4 cup of salted butter compare to other ingredients?

3/4 cup of different ingredients varies significantly: Ghee (Clarified Butter) = 163.5g, Unsalted Butter = 170.25g, Salted Butter = 170.25g. This is because each ingredient has a different density.

Other Amounts for Salted Butter

Data source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (FDC ID: 1145). View original USDA record

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