Recipe Scaler (Adjust Servings)

Recipe scaler: multiply every ingredient to cook for more or fewer people. Handles fractions like 1/2 and 2 1/4.

new amount = amount × new servingsoriginal servings

How to use this calculator

  1. Type your input in the box.
  2. The result updates as you type.
  3. Use “Copy result” or “Copy link” to share it.

Factor = servings you want ÷ servings in the recipe. Baking times change less than amounts; spices and leavening often need a little less when scaling up.

Frequently asked questions

A recipe for 4 to serve 6?

Multiply everything by 1.5: 2 1/4 cups of flour becomes 3.375 cups.

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