Tag: Precision cooking

According to Food52, switching to grams for baking can make measurements more precise and cleanup easier. The debate over whether it is better to use grams or ounces depends heavily on the specific application, with accuracy often favoring the metric system for delicate tasks like baking, while the imperial system remains familiar for many daily recipes.

Did you know that a cup of flour can weigh anywhere from 4 to 6 ounces depending on how it's packed, a 50% variation that can ruin a recipe? For consistent and repeatable results, especially in baking, understanding why you should measure in grams instead of ounces is essential for any serious home cook or professional baker.

According to the British Egg Information Service, a very large (78g) chicken egg typically contains a yolk weighing around 19 grams. This means approximately one yolk from a very large egg is equal to 20g, but due to variations in size and weight, using a kitchen scale is the only way to get the exact measurement for your nutrition diet and recipes.