Butter Converter (Sticks, Grams, Cups, Tbsp)
By Santaji GadepatilinUpdated October 27, 2026
Recipes measure butter in sticks, cups, tablespoons or grams depending on where they come from. Converting between them avoids baking failures.
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How to use the butter converter
Type an amount in any field — sticks, grams, cups, tablespoons or ounces.
Butter equivalents
| Sticks | Grams | Cups | Tbsp |
|---|---|---|---|
| ½ | 57 | ¼ | 4 |
| 1 | 113 | ½ | 8 |
| 2 | 227 | 1 | 16 |
| 4 | 454 | 2 | 32 |
A 250 g block equals about 2.2 sticks or 1.1 cups.
Butter conversion table
| Sticks | Grams | Cups | Tablespoons |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 | 28 g | 0.125 | 2 |
| 0.5 | 57 g | 0.25 | 4 |
| 1 | 113 g | 0.5 | 8 |
| 1.5 | 170 g | 0.75 | 12 |
| 2 | 227 g | 1 | 16 |
| 3 | 340 g | 1.5 | 24 |
| 4 | 454 g | 2 | 32 |
Butter around the world
| Region | Common pack |
|---|---|
| United States | 1 lb box of 4 sticks (113 g each) |
| UK, Europe | 250 g block |
| Australia | 250 g block |
| India | 100 g and 500 g packs |
A 250 g block is about 2.2 US sticks.
Substitutes
| Instead of 1 cup (227 g) butter | Use |
|---|---|
| Oil (in cakes and muffins) | about ¾ cup (180 mL) |
| Ghee or clarified butter | about 200 g (less water) |
| Margarine (at least 80% fat) | 1 cup |
Butter is about 80–82% fat and 16–18% water, so substitutes change texture.
Salted vs unsalted
Salted butter has about 1.5–2% salt. If a recipe calls for unsalted, reduce added salt by about 1/4 teaspoon per stick when using salted butter.
Frequently asked questions
How many grams is a stick of butter?
One US stick is 4 oz, which is 113.4 g (often rounded to 113 or 115 g).
How much butter is in a cup?
One cup is 2 sticks or about 227 g.
What about European butter blocks?
They are usually 250 g — about 2.2 US sticks.
How many grams is one stick of butter?
About 113 g (4 oz).
How many tablespoons are in a stick of butter?
8 tablespoons.