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361g of butter equals 1.59 cups using the Spoon & Level method. That's approximately 1 and ⅝. With Dip & Sweep it's 1.35 cups, and sifted it's 1.87 cups.

How Many Cups is 361g of Butter?

1.59

US Cups

Using the Spoon & Level method (recommended)

≈ 1 and ⅝ cups

Measurement Methods Compared

Spoon the ingredient into the measuring cup, then level off with a straight knife.

Ingredient State

Cold butter straight from the refrigerator

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All Methods & Units Compared

UnitSpoon & LevelDip & SweepSifted
Cups1.591.351.87
Tablespoons25.4621.5729.95
Teaspoons76.3764.7289.85
Fluid Ounces12.7310.7914.98
Milliliters376.43319.01442.86

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1.59 cups

361g = 1.59 cups

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Butter

361g

=

1.59 cups

Method: Spoon & Level

Spoon & Level: 1.59 cups

Dip & Sweep: 1.35 cups

Sifted: 1.87 cups

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How to Measure 361g of Butter - 3 Methods Compared

Spoon & Level

1 and ⅝ cups

(227g/cup)

✅ Recommended

Dip & Sweep

1 and ⅓ cups

(268g/cup)

⚠ïļ Heavy +18%

Sifted

1 and ⅞ cups

(193g/cup)

ðŸŠķ Light -15%

Butter - Grams to Cups Conversion Table

WeightCups (Spoon & Level)
311g1 and ⅜→ Convert
336g1 and Â―â†’ Convert
351g1 and Â―â†’ Convert
361g1 and ⅝You are here
371g1 and ⅝→ Convert
386g1 and ⅔→ Convert
411g1 and Âū→ Convert

Butter Nutrition Facts - 361g (Calories, Carbs & Protein)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 361g

Calories2588
Total Fat292.8g
Total Carbohydrates0.4g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars0.4g
Protein3.2g

Per 1 cup (spoon & level): 1628 calories, 0.2g carbs, 2g protein, 184.1g fat

Values are approximate and based on USDA data.

How to Measure Butter Correctly

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One standard US stick of butter is 113g (1/2 cup or 8 tablespoons). Use the wrapper markings for quick measurement.

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For baking, softened butter (65-68°F) creams best with sugar. Cold butter is for pie crusts and biscuits.

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Melted butter takes up less volume than solid butter for the same weight. Always check your recipe's required state.

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361g of butter is about 1 cup - that's 1 full cup plus a full cup of another.

Why Accurate Butter Measurement Matters in Baking

A 10g error when measuring butter can change your result by 0.05 cups. That's the difference between a perfectly balanced recipe and one that turns out too dry or too wet.

Adding just 10 extra grams of butter (the weight of about one tablespoon) absorbs extra moisture and can turn a tender result into a dense, dry one. Conversely, using 10g less means your structure may not hold.

-10g

1.55 cups

(≈ 1 and Â―)

361g (exact)

1.59 cups

(≈ 1 and ⅝)

+10g

1.64 cups

(≈ 1 and ⅝)

This is why professional bakers always weigh their ingredients. Volume measurements are inherently inconsistent, but with our converter, you get the exact cup measurement for your specific weight and method.

Frequently Asked Questions - Butter Conversions

Using the Spoon & Level method (recommended), 361g of Butter equals 1⅝ cups. With the Dip & Sweep method, it's 1⅓ cups, and when sifted it measures 1⅞ cups. We recommend weighing ingredients for best results, but if you're using measuring cups, the Spoon & Level method is the most accurate.

Yes, significantly. The same 361g of Butter can measure anywhere from 1⅓ cups (dip & sweep) to 1⅞ cups (sifted) - that's a 33% difference. This happens because dip & sweep compresses the ingredient, fitting more into each cup, while sifting aerates it. For consistent baking results, always use the same method your recipe specifies.

Use the Spoon & Level method: fluff the Butter in its container first, then lightly spoon it into your measuring cup until slightly overflowing. Level off the top with the flat edge of a knife. Never scoop directly from the bag - this compresses the ingredient and you'll end up with up to 20% more than intended.

It depends on how you measure. Using the Spoon & Level method, 1 cup of Butter weighs approximately 227g. With Dip & Sweep, it's heavier at about 268g per cup. Sifted Butter is lighter - about 193g per cup. This is why professional bakers prefer weighing ingredients in grams.

Not exactly. 2 cups of Butter weighs approximately 454g. 361g equals about 1⅝ cups - roughly 93g less than 2 full cups. For precision in baking, it's worth measuring the exact amount rather than rounding to the nearest cup.

Yes, significantly. When Butter melts, its density changes. 361g of solid Butter measures about 1⅝ cups, but when melted it takes up about 1Âū cups - a 14% difference. Always measure Butter in the state your recipe specifies for accurate results.

Yes, salted and unsalted butter weigh the same - about 227g per cup. The only difference is roughly 1.5-2g of salt per stick (113g). For baking, unsalted is preferred so you can control the salt content precisely.

361g of Butter contains approximately 2588 calories, 0.4g carbohydrates, 3.2g protein, and 292.8g fat. Per cup (spoon & level), that's about 1628 calories. Values based on USDA nutritional data.

Not directly. Butter is about 80% fat and 20% water/milk solids, while oil is 100% fat. Use about 80% of the butter weight in oil. For 361g of butter, use about 289g of oil.

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