How to Measure Ingredients | Allrecipes
Summary
TLDRThis video script emphasizes the importance of accurate measurement in baking, akin to the precision required in science. It suggests investing in basic, easy-to-use measuring tools, including graduated spoons and cups for both dry and liquid ingredients. The script provides detailed instructions on how to measure various ingredients correctly, such as leveling off dry ingredients and ensuring liquid measurements are accurate at eye level. It also addresses specific techniques for sticky substances and advises following recipe instructions precisely for best results, highlighting the role of measuring tools in achieving successful baking outcomes.
Takeaways
- 📏 **Accuracy in Measurement**: Accurate measurement is crucial in baking and cooking as it affects the outcome of recipes.
- 🥄 **Basic Measuring Tools**: Every home cook should have basic measuring spoons and cups, which don't need to be fancy or expensive.
- 🥄 **Measuring Spoons**: They come in graduated sizes for both wet and dry ingredients, including 1/8 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon.
- 🥄 **Measuring Dry Ingredients**: Use the 'dip and sweep' method to level off ingredients with the back of a knife.
- 🥄 **Measuring Wet Ingredients**: Hold the spoon level and fill it completely without spilling.
- 🥛 **Liquid Measuring Cups**: Have a clear cup with measurements printed on the side, a handle, and a pouring spout for liquids.
- 🥛 **Heatproof Measuring Cups**: Choose cups that are microwave safe and heatproof for hot ingredients.
- 🥛 **Measuring Sticky Liquids**: Use a thin coat of oil or butter on the inside of the cup to ensure sticky liquids pour out easily.
- 🧈 **Measuring Shortening**: Press it into the cup to remove air bubbles, then level it off.
- 🧈 **Measuring Butter**: Use the increments marked on the paper wrapper to measure stick butter.
- 🥄 **Avoid Pouring Directly**: Do not pour ingredients directly into a measuring cup held over a mixing bowl to avoid spilling.
- 📏 **Dry Measuring Cups**: Use different cups for dry ingredients like rice or sugar, with sizes for a fourth cup to a full cup.
- 📏 **Finesse for Different Ingredients**: Stir flour before measuring, sift powdered sugar, and pack brown sugar firmly before leveling.
- 📖 **Recipe Adherence**: Follow the recipe exactly the first time, then make adjustments once you understand the process.
Q & A
Why is accuracy important in measuring ingredients for baking?
-Accuracy in measuring ingredients is crucial in baking because it affects how recipes turn out. Precise measurements ensure that the chemical reactions and textures in baked goods are consistent and as intended.
What types of measuring tools are recommended for a home cook according to the script?
-The script recommends having measuring spoons, liquid measuring cups, and dry measuring cups. These tools should be simple, basic, and easy to use.
How should one measure dry ingredients using a measuring spoon?
-To measure dry ingredients, one should dip the spoon into the ingredient and level it off with the back of a knife.
What is the correct way to measure wet ingredients with a measuring spoon?
-For wet ingredients, hold the spoon level and pour the liquid until the spoon is completely full.
Why are two different types of measuring cups suggested in the script?
-Two different types of measuring cups are suggested because one is for liquids like milk, water, or oils, and the other is for dry ingredients like flour or sugar. This prevents cross-contamination and ensures accurate measurements.
What are the features of a good liquid measuring cup as described in the script?
-A good liquid measuring cup should be clear, have measurements printed on the side, a handle, a pouring spout, and enough headroom for ingredients that may expand.
How should one measure sticky thick liquids like molasses or honey?
-For sticky thick liquids, it's best to wipe down the inside of the cup or measuring spoon with a little oil or butter before pouring. This thin coat of grease helps the liquid pour out easily and completely.
What is the recommended method for measuring shortening?
-To measure shortening, scoop it out of the container and press it into the cup or spoon to force out any air bubbles or pockets, then level it off.
How should one measure dry ingredients like flour or powdered sugar?
-For flour, it should be stirred first, then spooned into the measuring cup and leveled off. Powdered sugar needs to be sifted to remove lumps before measuring.
What does the script advise regarding the wording of a recipe when measuring ingredients?
-The script advises to follow the recipe exactly as written the first time, paying close attention to how ingredients are worded, such as '1 cup sifted flour' or '1 cup flour, sifted,' which indicates whether to sift before or after measuring.
Why is it important not to pour ingredients directly into a measuring cup held over a mixing bowl?
-Pouring ingredients directly into a measuring cup held over a mixing bowl can lead to accidentally spilling more than needed, resulting in inaccurate measurements.
Outlines
📏 Accurate Measuring in Baking
The paragraph emphasizes the importance of precision in baking, likening it to a scientific endeavor. It suggests that using good quality measuring tools is crucial for recipe success. The narrator advises on the types of measuring tools every home cook should own: measuring spoons for both wet and dry ingredients, and two sets of measuring cups—one for liquids and another for dry ingredients. The paragraph provides specific instructions on how to measure different types of ingredients, such as leveling off dry ingredients with a knife, holding wet ingredient spoons level, and using heatproof glass cups for accurate liquid measurements. It also addresses the best practices for measuring sticky substances like molasses and honey, as well as how to handle different types of sugar and butter. The narrator stresses the importance of following the recipe as written the first time, especially when it comes to instructions like 'sifted flour' versus 'flour, sifted.'
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Keywords
💡Accuracy
💡Measuring Spoons
💡Liquid Measuring Cups
💡Dry Measuring Cups
💡Leveling Off
💡Heatproof Measuring Cups
💡Sticky Thick Liquids
💡Sifting
💡Packaging Brown Sugar
💡Recipe Adherence
Highlights
Baking is a science that requires precise measurement of ingredients.
Good quality measuring spoons and cups are essential for accurate measurements.
Measuring spoons come in graduated sizes for both wet and dry ingredients.
To measure dry ingredients, use the dip and sweep method with a knife to level off.
For wet ingredients, hold the spoon level and fill until full.
It's advisable to have two types of measuring cups: one for liquids and another for dry ingredients.
Liquid measuring cups should be clear with measurements printed on the side.
Heatproof, microwave-safe glass cups are useful for measuring hot ingredients.
For accurate liquid measurement, place the cup on a flat surface and view at eye level.
Sticky liquids like molasses are best measured by greasing the inside of the cup.
To measure shortening, press it into the cup to remove air bubbles and level off.
Stick butter can be measured directly from the paper wrapper.
Avoid pouring ingredients directly into the measuring cup over the mixing bowl to prevent spills.
Dry measuring cups use the dip and sweep method for ingredients like rice or sugar.
Flour should be stirred, spooned into the cup, and leveled off to avoid compacting.
Powdered sugar requires sifting before measuring to remove lumps.
Brown sugar is more moist and should be packed firmly into the measuring cup.
Follow the recipe exactly the first time, then make adjustments when familiar with the process.
Inexpensive and basic measuring tools can ensure accurate ingredient measurements for confident cooking.
Transcripts
[Music]
when it comes to baking cooking is a
science and in science accuracy counts
precisely measuring ingredients makes a
difference in how your recipes turn out
so measure up with good quality
measuring spoons and cups you don't need
fancy or expensive ones just simple
basic and easy to use here's what every
home cook should have measuring spoons
liquid measuring cups and dry measuring
cups let's talk spoons first they come
in graduated sizes that include 1/8
teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon 1
teaspoon and 1
tablespoon measuring spoons work for wet
or dry ingredients to measure a dry
ingredient dip in the spoon and level it
off with the back of a knife to measure
a wet ingredient hold the spoon level
and pour in the liquid until the spoon
is completely full next are measuring
cups it's a good idea to have two
different types of measuring cups one
for liquids like milk water or Oils and
another set for dry ingredients like
flour or sugar the basic measuring cup
for liquid is usually clear and has
measurements printed on the side this
type of measuring cup also has a handle
a pouring spout and plenty of Headroom
in case ingredients expand the most
useful measuring cup are heatproof
microwave safe glass for hot ingredients
as well as
cool to read a liquid measure accurately
put the cup on a flat surface and bend
down so you can see the measurement at
eye level sticky thick liquids like
molasses honey or corn syrup are
measured best by wiping down the inside
of the cup or measuring spoon with a
little oil or butter before you
pour the thin coat of Grease helps it
pour out again easily and completely for
shortening scoop it out of the container
and press it into the cup or spoon to
force out any air bubbles or Pockets
then level it off and for stick butter
just measure using the increments marked
right on the paper wrapper slice off
what you need don't be tempted to pour
ingredients into your measuring cup or
spoon while holding it over the top of
your mixing bowl it's too easy to
accidentally spill in more than you
need now let's measure dry ingredients
dry measuring cups are different from
liquid cups and come in sizes for a
fourth cup third cup half cup and 1
Cup to fill the cup use the dip and
sweep method for dry ingredients such as
rice or granulated sugar just dip and
fill the cup then sweep level with a
[Music]
knife flour and powdered sugar take a
little extra finesse white and whole
wheat flour is easily compacted so it
should be stirred first then spooned
into the measuring cup and leveled off
powdered sugar needs to be sifted in
order to remove lumps before measuring
brown sugar has more moisture so pack it
firmly into the measuring cup or spoon
before leveling with the knife also pay
close attention to how a recipe is
worded if it says 1 cup sifted flour
make sure to sift the flour first and
then measure one cup 1 cup flour comma
sifted measure it first and then sift
it it's always a good idea to follow the
recipe the way it is written the first
time you try it then improvise later
when you're familiar with how the
ingredients all come together with
inexpensive and basic measuring spoons
and cups you can measure ingredients
with accuracy and cook with
confidence
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