Standard Butter Measurements

Common butter conversions:

Understanding Butter Sticks

Key facts about butter sticks:

• US Standard: Butter is sold in 1/2 cup (4 oz) sticks, 4 sticks per pound
• Package Size: Standard package contains 4 sticks = 1 pound = 2 cups
• Markings: Sticks are often marked with tablespoon measurements for easy cutting
• International: Some countries sell butter in different sizes, but weight conversions remain the same

Tips for Measuring Butter

How to measure butter accurately:

• Use Sticks: Most accurate method - cut sticks to the needed amount
• Kitchen Scale: Weigh butter for precise measurements, especially for grams
• Measuring Cups: Pack butter firmly into measuring cups, level with a knife
• Tablespoon Method: Use tablespoon markings on butter wrapper or measure with spoons
• Room Temperature: Softened butter is easier to measure accurately
• Water Displacement: For odd amounts, use water displacement method

Common Recipe Conversions

Frequently needed conversions:

• 1/4 cup butter: 1/2 stick = 4 tbsp = 2 oz = 57g
• 1/3 cup butter: 2/3 stick = 5.33 tbsp = 2.67 oz = 76g
• 1/2 cup butter: 1 stick = 8 tbsp = 4 oz = 113g
• 2/3 cup butter: 1.33 sticks = 10.67 tbsp = 5.33 oz = 151g
• 3/4 cup butter: 1.5 sticks = 12 tbsp = 6 oz = 170g
• 1 cup butter: 2 sticks = 16 tbsp = 8 oz = 227g