They say that if cooking is an art, baking is a science. Accuracy is important when measuring ingredients for any baked goods, but following a recipe is much more difficult than it looks. We asked experts for tips on achieving better, more consistent baking results. As a result, it turned out that we were probably measuring the material the wrong way.
Monica Glass, chef-owner of the upcoming Verveine Cafe & Bakery in Boston, says one of the biggest mistakes home bakers make is not using standard measuring cups and spoons or “just passing them around.” It is said that it is something to do. Achieving the right taste and texture requires the right ratio of ingredients. Plus, once you put your baked goods in the oven, you can't taste and play around with them like you can when making sauces on the stove.
That's why Glass recommends investing in a food scale. Her favorite is her Escali Primo digital scale, which comes in nine colors and has earned her over 12,000 5-star reviews on Amazon.
Escali Primo Digital Food Scale Multifunctional Kitchen Scale
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Our top pick during testing was the Escali Primo. Our testers liked the scale's small and lightweight design, which makes it especially great for kitchens where storage space is limited. However, this scale ticked all the boxes: ease of use, readability of numbers, and accuracy. And at only $25, I think it's a great value. Best of all, a quick wipe will remove dirt in seconds.
Glass isn't the only one who trusts kitchen scales.In fact, Justin Doiron — blogger, chef, and upcoming cookbook author Justin Cooks — Can't live without her food scale. Doiron says she takes it out “every morning” to measure out her sourdough starter, and “at least throughout the day, whether it's weighing out the oats to put in the mixer for cookies or making sure she has the right bushel of kale.” 3 to 5 times.” It's actually 1.5 pounds. ”
If you plan on using it as frequently as the Doiron, you may want to choose a more affordable option that can be easily replaced if needed. She recommends her Etekcity scale, which she has been using for the past four years. “Yes, scales reach the end of their lifespan about every 18 months. And yes, my fiancé broke it once when he put his dog on it. But that's why I buy affordable brands. Right?”
Etekcity food scale
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We named our favorite lightweight kitchen scale Etekcity because of its durability and superior accuracy. During our testing, we never had an error of more than 0.2 grams. We found it easy to store thanks to its relatively small size (just 7.3 x 5.7 inches). Our testers also appreciated the non-slip pad on the bottom of the scale. This will prevent stains and spills on your countertops.
Measuring by weight rather than volume may seem like a rigid cooking method, but Glass has had the exact opposite experience since switching to this method. “Some people find using a scale scary, but I can attest that it really gives me more freedom and creativity in the kitchen,” she says. Additionally, using a scale can reduce the mess on your dishes. “You can save a lot of measuring cups when testing and developing recipes,” Doiron says.
If you're ready to ditch your measuring cups and spoons, buy one of our chef-recommended scales on Amazon. Prices start from just $12.
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