Recipe Scaler
Scale a recipe ingredient amount for more or fewer servings.
Formula and method
This calculator computes Scaled amount directly in your browser without sending data to an external server.
Mathematical formula
- Scaled amount:
amount × target ÷ original
Variables and parameters
- Original amount (amount): default value 2.
- Original servings (original): default value 4.
- Target servings (target): default value 10.
Some formulas are undefined for certain input combinations (such as division by zero or logarithms of non-positive numbers). In those cases the live tool displays an alert instead of NaN.
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Frequently asked questions
What equation and variables does Recipe Scaler use?
Recipe Scaler evaluates outputs such as <strong>Scaled amount</strong> based on inputs including Original amount, Original servings, Target servings. Check the Mathematical Method section for the explicit formula.
What happens if I enter invalid or zero values into Recipe Scaler?
If an input combination is mathematically undefined (such as division by zero or negative square roots), SpecWhale alerts you gracefully rather than returning invalid NaN outputs.
Are my calculations in Recipe Scaler saved or private?
All calculations are 100% private and run locally in your Web browser. Your numbers are never uploaded to any server, but can be saved locally to your device or exported as CSV/JSON.
Is Recipe Scaler free to use?
Yes. Recipe Scaler is completely free, has no usage limit, and does not require an account, email, or API key.
Does Recipe Scaler store or upload my data?
No. Recipe Scaler calculates everything locally in your browser. Nothing you type is sent to a server or stored by SpecWhale.
How accurate is Recipe Scaler?
Recipe Scaler uses a standard formula (see the Method section above for the exact expression). For high-stakes financial, medical, or legal decisions, confirm the result with a professional or an authoritative source before relying on it.
Can I embed Recipe Scaler on my own website?
Yes. Use the "Embed this tool" snippet on this page to add a free, working copy of Recipe Scaler to your own blog post or page.