Question 1

Why does ingredient weight matter?

Accepted Answer

Volume varies by how ingredients are packed. 1 cup flour can be 120-150g depending on method.

Question 2

Which ingredients should always be weighed?

Accepted Answer

Flour, cocoa, powdered sugar—anything that compacts easily. Liquids and sugar are fine by volume.

Question 3

Are cooking measurements exact?

Accepted Answer

Cooking measurements allow some variation unlike baking. Most recipes have margin for error, but baking requires precision. Use weight measurements for best results.

Question 4

Why do recipes use different measurement systems?

Accepted Answer

US recipes use cups/tablespoons, most other countries use grams/milliliters. Weight-based measurements are more accurate and consistent.

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