How Accurate is Your Kitchen Scale?
Cooking is chemistry. Learn why precision matters in baking and how to ensure your measurements are spot on.
Ever wondered why your cake didn't rise or your cookies spread too much? The culprit might be your measurements. In baking, precision is everything.
Volume vs. Weight
A cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 120 grams to 150 grams depending on how it's packed. This 25% difference can ruin a recipe. That's why professional bakers always use weight (grams) instead of volume (cups).
Digital vs. Analog
Analog scales can be hard to read and sensitive to viewing angles. Digital scales offer precise readouts often down to the gram or 0.1 gram, which is essential for ingredients like yeast, salt, and spices.
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