Pounds of Butter to Cups Converter
Convert pounds of butter to cups with our free calculator
2 cups
Converting Pounds of Butter to Cups
Quick Conversion Guide
- • 1 pound of butter = 2 cups
- • ½ pound of butter = 1 cup
- • ¼ pound of butter = ½ cup
Common Measurements
A standard stick of butter in the US weighs ¼ pound (4 ounces) and equals ½ cup. Most butter packages come with measurement markings to help with portioning.
Baking Tips
For best baking results, use butter at the temperature specified in your recipe. Room temperature butter should be soft enough to leave an indentation when pressed but still hold its shape.