Measuring Spoons
Commercial measuring spoons are available in stainless steel and plastic with long or short handles. Capacities range from small fractions of a teaspoon to large, heavy-duty tablespoons.
Measuring Spoons: What You Need to Know
Commercial measuring spoons are labeled with the capacity of each spoon – whole or fractional teaspoons, tablespoons, or cups – stamped on the handle. Stainless steel measuring spoons are sanitary and easy to clean. They are available in different styles to assist cooks with different recipes; some measuring spoons feature short handles, while long-handled spoons are designed to reach into commercial-sized spice containers. No matter their appearance, they provide cooks with an accurate way to measure ingredients. The most common measurements in a set are 1⁄8, 1⁄4, 1⁄2, and one.
Common Questions About Commercial Measuring Spoons
Are all commercial measuring spoons round?
Round measuring spoons are the most common shape, but oval and square commercial measuring spoons are also available. The various shapes accommodate differently shaped jar openings and do not affect the spoon's accuracy. Round spoons may sometimes have a flat bottom. Square shovel spoons provide a vintage look and can press flat against the bottom of a jar to retrieve the last of its contents.
What are the different sizes of measuring spoons?
The available sizes range from as small as 1⁄8 teaspoon to as large as 2 tablespoons and 1-cup scoops. Many commercial measuring spoon sets include four or five spoons of sequential capacities; for example, the most common capacity range for a set of measuring spoons is 1⁄4 teaspoon, 1⁄2 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, and 1 tablespoon. There are also sets with a wider range of capacities, from 1⁄8 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon. Measuring spoon sets with larger capacities usually come with a 1/8-cup, 1/4-cup, and 1/2-cup scoop, and the largest scoop size is 1 cup. Most sizes of measuring spoons are sold individually as well as in sets.
How do I choose measuring spoons?
The plastic or metal measuring spoons you choose depends on how you intend to use them. If you need to measure coffee grounds, there are tablespoon coffee scoops available. If you need to measure spices, there are several options – both individual products and sets – to choose from. Long-handled spoons can reach into oversized spice jars, while larger capacity scoops are intended for measuring out batter. You also want to look at the shape of the spoon to make sure it will easily fit in the jar or container you use.