Convert Butter from Teaspoon to Ounces
How many ounces is 1 teaspoon of butter?
1 teaspoon of butter (unsalted butter) is 0.16 ounces. 2 teaspoons of butter is 0.32 ounces. 1/2 teaspoon of butter is 0.08 ounces. 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) of butter is 0.04 ounces. Use the converter below for any amount.
- A teaspoon here is the 5 ml standard, the same in the UK, Europe, and Australia. A US teaspoon is fractionally smaller at about 4.9 ml. When teaspoon size matters →
- A little over or under won't ruin the bake, though it can nudge the final taste or colour.
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Common Butter Conversions
Here are the most common butter conversions from teaspoons to ounces.
| Teaspoons | Ounces |
|---|---|
| 0.25 tsp | 0.04 oz |
| 0.5 tsp | 0.08 oz |
| 1 tsp | 0.16 oz |
| 2 tsp | 0.32 oz |
| 3 tsp | 0.48 oz |
| 4 tsp | 0.64 oz |
| 6 tsp | 0.96 oz |
| 8 tsp | 1.28 oz |
| 12 tsp | 1.92 oz |
For the reverse conversion, see 1 ounce of butter in teaspoons.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is 1 teaspoon of butter in ounces?
- 1 teaspoon of butter is 0.16 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 2 teaspoons of butter is 0.32 ounces and 0.5 teaspoons is 0.08 ounces. Use the converter above for any quantity, or check the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts at a glance. Open the butter converter
- How many ounces is 1.5 teaspoons of butter?
- 1.5 teaspoons of butter is 0.24 ounces. The ratio is fixed, so 1 teaspoon of butter is 0.16 ounces and 2 teaspoons is 0.32 ounces. Type any other amount into the converter above for the exact figure, or use the chart above for the common ones.
- What is 2 teaspoons of butter in ounces?
- 2 teaspoons of butter is 0.32 ounces. Conversions scale in a straight line, so halving or doubling a recipe keeps the same ratio. 1 teaspoon of butter is 0.16 ounces, and you can multiply or divide that figure to match whatever your recipe needs. Enter any amount in the converter above for an exact ounces reading.
- How many teaspoons of butter is 0.16 ounces?
- 0.16 ounces of butter is 1 teaspoon. The conversion works the same in reverse, so you can switch between ounces and teaspoons without changing the result. This helps when a recipe lists teaspoons but you would rather weigh or measure in ounces. The converter above and the chart above cover both directions for any amount.
- How much is 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter in ounces?
- Unsalted butter is another name for butter, so 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter is 0.16 ounces, exactly the same as butter. The figure does not change with the name: 2 teaspoons is 0.32 ounces and 0.5 teaspoons is 0.08 ounces. Use the converter above for any quantity, or read the conversion chart on this page for the most common amounts.
Related to Butter
Margarine
Margarine is built to behave like butter, with a similar fat-to-water ratio and a near-identical weight (235 g vs 227 g per cup). Expect a slightly softer crumb and a less buttery flavour. See our Margarine converter.
Shortening
Shortening is 100% fat against butter's 80%, so add water to make up the missing moisture. Result is flakier in pie crust and sturdier in cookies, but you lose butter's flavour. See our Shortening converter.
Ghee
Ghee is butter with the water and milk solids cooked off, so it swaps in 1:1 by volume and adds a nutty depth. It is slightly lighter per cup (218 g vs 227 g) and has a much higher smoke point, making it the better choice for frying and high-heat roasting. See our Ghee converter.
Vegetable Oil
Vegetable oil is a pourable liquid fat that keeps bakes moist for longer than butter, though it skips butter's flavour and the air you beat in when creaming. Use roughly 7/8 cup of oil per cup of butter, and our butter to oil converter works out the exact amount. See what 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil is in ounces.
Olive Oil
Olive oil swaps in for melted butter in many cakes and breads, adding moisture and a savoury depth. It is lighter by cup than butter (216 g vs 227 g), so weigh when substituting and reduce the quantity slightly to avoid a greasy crumb. See what 1 teaspoon of olive oil is in ounces.
Peanut Butter
Peanut butter swaps in for butter in cookies and no-bake bars, adding a nutty flavour and dense texture. It is heavier than butter (268 g vs 227 g per cup), so weigh when substituting and expect a richer, less flaky result. See what 1 teaspoon of peanut butter is in ounces.
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