Kitchen calculator

Recipe Scaler

Scale an ingredient amount up or down when your recipe servings do not match your table.

Calculated and reviewed by HomeTaskKit Editorial Team · August 4, 2026

Quick answer

The scaling factor is target servings divided by original servings. Multiply each ingredient by the same factor, then use judgment for seasonings and pan size.

Original servingsTarget servings

Your result6× the recipe

Scale from 1 to 6 servings.

Formula: target servings ÷ original servings

Use it well

Step by step

1
Enter the recipe’s original servings and the servings you need.
2
Enter one ingredient amount to see the scaled quantity.
3
Repeat for each ingredient and check whether the cooking vessel or time also needs to change.

Source & method

Reference: USDA FoodData Central and published package measures. Results are practical estimates; complete labels, package directions, product specifications, and qualified professional advice take priority.