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Sticks of Butter to Cups Converter

Convert sticks of butter to cups and cups to sticks. US butter measurement converter.

stick

Cups (Butter)

1.5

cup

3 stick = 1.5 cup

cups = sticks ÷ 2

How to Convert Sticks of Butter to Cups

Divide the number of sticks by 2. Since each stick is half a cup, dividing by 2 converts sticks to cups.

Conversion Formula

  • Sticks to Cups: cups = sticks ÷ 2
  • Cups to Sticks: sticks = cups × 2

Common Conversions

SticksCups
0.50.25
10.5
1.50.75
21
31.5
42
63

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FAQ

How many cups is one stick of butter?

One stick of butter equals exactly 0.5 cups (half a cup). This is a standard US measurement.

How many cups is 4 sticks of butter?

Four sticks of butter equal 2 cups. Four sticks also equal one pound (454 g) of butter.

Can I substitute margarine sticks for butter sticks?

Margarine sticks are packaged in the same size as butter sticks, so 1 margarine stick = 0.5 cups. However, the fat and water content differ, which may affect baking results.