Calculate & Convert

Recipe Scaler

Scale ingredient quantities up or down by servings.

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The formula

scaled = amount × (desired / original)

Scaling works by finding the amount per serving and multiplying back up. Ingredients scale linearly, but cooking does not: pan size, heat and timing rarely change in proportion, and leavening or seasoning often needs a lighter touch than the arithmetic suggests.

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Example calculations

Common questions this calculator answers — select one to load its values.

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Frequently asked questions

Does this work for cooking times?+
No — scale only ingredient quantities. Cooking times and temperatures usually stay the same or change only slightly.
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