Butter Calculator
Convert butter between sticks, cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, ounces, and grams instantly.
Sticks
1.00
Cups
0.50
Tablespoons
8.00
Teaspoons
24.00
Grams
113.40
Ounces
4.00
How to Use This Calculator
Enter the amount of butter
Type the quantity from your recipe or package in the input field.
Select the unit you currently have
Choose between sticks, cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, grams, or ounces.
Read all equivalent measurements
Your amount is converted instantly to every other unit so you can adjust recipes on the fly.
Formula
value*sourceFactor = grams → grams ÷ targetFactor = convertedValue
Source factors: sticks 113.4 g, cups 226.8 g, tablespoons 14.175 g, teaspoons 4.725 g, ounces 28.35 g.
Example: 2 sticks of butter → 2 × 113.4 = 226.8 g. To cups: 226.8 ÷ 226.8 = 1 cup.
Tip: The calculator uses standard U.S. measurements for sweet cream butter.
Full Description
The butter calculator helps bakers convert between the most common butter measurements without reaching for a chart. Whether you are scaling a recipe, substituting European butter measured in grams, or figuring out how many sticks you need, the tool keeps everything consistent.
Behind the scenes, the calculator converts every input to grams—the most precise unit for butter. From there, it displays the equivalent in sticks, cups, tablespoons, teaspoons, and ounces. This workflow mirrors how professional kitchens switch between volume and weight depending on the recipe.
When this comes in handy
- Scaling cookie or cake recipes for different pan sizes.
- Switching between U.S. sticks and European butter packaging.
- Adapting recipes that rely on weight-based precision.
- Checking conversions before making large batches for catering.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is one stick of butter always 113.4 grams?
Yes, in the United States a standard stick weighs 4 ounces (113.4 grams). European butter often comes in 250 g blocks.
Can I use this for margarine?
You can, but the density may differ slightly. For the most accurate baking results, weigh margarine when possible.
Why convert to grams first?
Grams provide the most precise measurement and allow quick conversion to any other unit without stacking rounding errors.
Does the calculator adjust for salted vs. unsalted butter?
Salt content does not meaningfully change the weight or volume, so the same conversion works for both varieties.