Learning how to measure ingredients properly is one of the most important kitchen skills to pick up—and it’s not as ...

Liquid measuring cup, measuring spoons, and digital scale - Static Media / Shutterstock / Getty You've probably heard of the old adage that baking is a science and cooking is an art. Though in many ...

Accurately measuring ingredients for baking is one of the most important factors in baking, as even a small deviation can have a big impact on the final baked product. While other recipes may allow ...

Converting measurements for wet and dry ingredients in recipes is easier with cooking conversion charts. Use the right tools and techniques to get accurate measurements for your recipe. Know which ...

When I hear “measuring cups,” one question comes to mind: wet or dry? Early on in my baking life, I used dry measuring cups for everything — and I regularly had to clean up kitchen-oil spills after ...

Allie has been Lifehacker’s Food Writer since 2021. She earned her bachelor’s degree at Ithaca College in drama and studied at the Institute of Culinary Education to earn her diploma in Pastry and ...

Q: When a recipe calls for a sticky ingredient such as molasses or honey, is there any leeway in the measure for what sticks to the measuring cup? Should I add an extra teaspoon or so to compensate ...

Katie Brown is an editor for Food & Wine specializing in kitchen product reviews. An avid home cook and baker, she has tested countless kitchen tools, appliances, and cookware over the years. As ...

Q: When a recipe calls for a sticky ingredient such as molasses or honey, is there any leeway in the measure for what sticks to the measuring cup? Should I add an extra teaspoon or so to compensate ...