Butter Tablespoons to Grams Converter
Accurately convert butter between tablespoons, grams, sticks, and cups using verified USDA reference weights. 1 US tablespoon of butter = 14.2 grams.
Calculation Details & Source
1 tbsp × 14.7868 ml × 0.9603 g/ml = 14.2 g
USDA lists 1 stick (1/2 cup = 8 tbsp) at 113.4g, giving 14.175g (~14.2g) per US tablespoon.
How Many Grams is 1 Tablespoon of Butter?
One level US tablespoon (14.79 mL) of butter weighs 14.2 grams. This is derived from the USDA standard reference where 1 US stick of butter (½ cup / 8 tablespoons) weighs exactly 113.4 grams, giving 14.175 grams per tablespoon.
Because butter density sits at approximately 0.959 g/mL (slightly less dense than water), a tablespoon of butter actually weighs less than a tablespoon of water (14.8g). This is why generic "1 tbsp = 15g" rules give inaccurate baking results.
Butter Tablespoons to Grams Lookup Table (1–16 Tbsp)
Quick reference for converting US tablespoons of butter to grams. All values are based on the USDA density of 14.175g per US tablespoon.
| Tablespoons | Grams | Stick / Cup Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 14.2 g | — |
| 2 tbsp | 28.4 g | — |
| 3 tbsp | 42.6 g | — |
| 4 tbsp | 56.8 g | ½ stick (¼ cup) |
| 5 tbsp | 71 g | — |
| 6 tbsp | 85.2 g | — |
| 7 tbsp | 99.4 g | — |
| 8 tbsp | 113.6 g | 1 stick (½ cup) |
| 10 tbsp | 142 g | — |
| 12 tbsp | 170.4 g | 1½ sticks (¾ cup) |
| 14 tbsp | 198.8 g | — |
| 16 tbsp | 227.2 g | 2 sticks (1 cup) |
Grams of Butter to Tablespoons (Reverse Chart)
Need to convert a metric recipe into tablespoon measurements? Use this reverse lookup for common butter gram amounts.
| Grams | US Tablespoons | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 10 g | 0.7 tbsp | — |
| 25 g | 1.8 tbsp | — |
| 30 g | 2.1 tbsp | — |
| 50 g | 3.5 tbsp | — |
| 75 g | 5.3 tbsp | — |
| 100 g | 7 tbsp | — |
| 113 g | 8 tbsp | 1 US stick |
| 125 g | 8.8 tbsp | — |
| 150 g | 10.6 tbsp | — |
| 200 g | 14.1 tbsp | — |
| 225 g | 15.8 tbsp | 2 US sticks |
| 250 g | 17.6 tbsp | ~1.1 cups |
Direct Answer Conversion Guides
How Many Grams is 1 Tablespoon of Butter?
Direct Answer: 1 US tablespoon of butter weighs 14.2 grams. In metric tablespoons (15 mL), 1 tablespoon of butter weighs 14.4 grams. In Australian tablespoons (20 mL), 1 tablespoon of butter weighs 19.2 grams.
USDA reference: 1 stick butter = 113.4g ÷ 8 tbsp = 14.175g per US tablespoon.
How Many Grams is 2 Tablespoons of Butter?
Direct Answer: 2 US tablespoons of butter weigh 28.4 grams (approximately 1 ounce). This is ¼ of a US butter stick.
2 metric tablespoons = 28.8g. 2 Australian tablespoons = 38.3g.
How Many Grams is 3 Tablespoons of Butter?
Direct Answer: 3 US tablespoons of butter weigh 42.5 grams. This is commonly called for in sauces, small batches of cookies, and sautéed vegetables.
How Many Tablespoons in a Stick of Butter?
Direct Answer: 1 US stick of butter = exactly 8 US tablespoons = ½ cup = 113.4 grams = 4 ounces. Two sticks = 1 cup = 226.8g. Four sticks = 1 pound = 453.6g.
European and Australian butter blocks are typically sold in 250g slabs (not sticks). 250g butter = 17.6 US tbsp or 16.4 metric tbsp.
Butter Measurement Tips for Bakers
- Measure solid, then melt: Melted butter fills a spoon more densely. Always measure with cold or room-temperature butter and melt afterward for accuracy.
- Use wrapper markings: US butter sticks have tablespoon lines printed on the wax paper. Each line equals 1 tablespoon (14.2g).
- Water displacement method: For non-US block butter, fill a measuring cup with water, add the butter until the water rises by the amount you need, then drain.
- Salted vs. unsalted: The density is identical. Both salted and unsalted butter weigh 14.2g per US tablespoon. The only difference is sodium content (~90mg per tbsp in salted).
International Tablespoon Standards for Butter
| Standard | Volume | 1 Tbsp Butter | Common In |
|---|---|---|---|
| US Tablespoon | 14.79 mL | 14.2 g | USA, Canada (some) |
| Metric Tablespoon | 15.0 mL | 14.4 g | UK, Canada, Europe, Brazil |
| Australian Tablespoon | 20.0 mL | 19.2 g | Australia, New Zealand |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams is 1 tablespoon of butter?
1 US tablespoon of butter weighs 14.2 grams (14.175g exact). This is based on the USDA reference of 113.4 grams per stick (8 US tablespoons).
How many tablespoons is a stick of butter?
One US stick of butter equals 8 tablespoons (½ cup or 113.4 grams). Two sticks equal 1 cup (16 tablespoons or 226.8 grams).
How many grams is 2 tablespoons of butter?
2 US tablespoons of butter weigh 28.4 grams (approximately 1 ounce). This equals ¼ of a standard US butter stick.
How many tablespoons is 100g of butter?
100 grams of butter equals 7.0 US tablespoons (approximately ⅞ of a stick). In metric tablespoons (15 mL), 100g of butter is 6.9 tablespoons.
How do I measure butter without a scale?
US butter sticks have tablespoon markings printed on the wrapper. Each stick is exactly 8 tablespoons (113.4g). For non-US block butter, use the water displacement method or this converter.
Is melted butter the same weight as solid butter?
Yes, the weight stays exactly the same. 1 tablespoon of solid butter and 1 tablespoon of melted butter both weigh 14.2 grams. However, melted butter packs more densely into a spoon, so always measure butter solid and then melt it.