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1/2 stick Butter in Cups — Butter Conversion Guide

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1/2 stick butter = 1/4 cup

1/2 stick butter = 4 tablespoons

Overview

1/2 stick of butter = 1/4 cup = 4 tablespoons = 57g (2 oz). Quick butter measurement reference.

Key Details

  • 1/2 stick butter = 1/4 cup
  • 1/2 stick butter = 4 tablespoons
  • 1/2 stick butter = 57g (2 oz)
  • US butter sticks are pre-marked with tablespoon lines
  • European butter blocks: weigh for accuracy

Why This Matters

  • Butter stick conversions are among the most searched baking queries
  • Many recipes list butter in sticks, cups, or grams
  • International recipes use weight instead of sticks

How To

  1. 1Use 1/4 cup when recipe calls for 1/2 stick of butter
  2. 2Cut along tablespoon markings on wrapper for partial sticks
  3. 3For melted butter, measure AFTER melting (volume changes)
  4. 4Room temperature butter is best for creaming

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Frequently Asked Questions

1/2 stick = 1/4 cup (57g).