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How to Measure Flour Correctly

Learn how to measure flour using the “spoon and sweep” method for the most success while baking!

Ingredients
 

  • All-purpose flour

Instructions
 

  • Use a spoon or measuring cup to fluff and loosen it up inside the container or package. I usually give it 4-5 good “fluffs”.
  • Add flour to your measuring cup one spoonful at a time. Continue until the flour is mounded over the rim of the measuring cup.
  • Use a flat edge like the back of a knife to sweep across the top of the measuring cup, letting the excess flour fall back into your flour bag or jar.
  • 1 cup of all-purpose flour should be between 125-130 grams. For the absolute most accurate and consistent measurements, use a digital scale!
Author: Annalise Sandberg
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