How do I convert 180g butter to US measurements?

180g Butter = 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp = 6.35 oz = 12.6 tablespoons.

Why do European recipes use grams instead of cups?

Grams are more precise than cups. Cup measurements vary based on how you scoop and pack ingredients, while weight is always consistent regardless of technique.

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180g Butter to Cups — 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp US Conversion Guide

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180g Butter = 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp US cups

180g Butter = 6.35 ounces

Overview

180g Butter = 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp US (6.35 oz / 12.6 tablespoons). Common croissant and puff pastry butter amount. Complete metric to US baking conversion.

Key Details

180g Butter = 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp US cups
180g Butter = 6.35 ounces
180g Butter = 12.6 tablespoons
Common croissant and puff pastry butter amount
For laminated doughs, butter must be cold — chill the measured amount before using

Why This Matters

180g Butter is a common measurement in European baking recipes
Metric-to-US conversions are essential when following international recipes
Gram measurements are more precise than cup measurements for baking

How To

1180g Butter = 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp (6.35 oz)
2For laminated doughs, butter must be cold — chill the measured amount before using
3Use a digital kitchen scale for best accuracy when converting metric recipes
4When in doubt, weigh ingredients rather than using volume measures