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Best Measuring Cups for a Complete Kitchen

There’s no mastering a recipe without these critical cooking tools
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Don’t even try to bake your favorite goodies without accurate measuring cups. Unsplash

For cooking and baking, you need both liquid and dry measuring cups. Liquid measuring cups measure volume in fluid ounces, while dry ingredient measuring cups use plain ounces that measure weight. Whether you’re ready for a new set or getting some for a friend, we are weighing in with our favorites.

Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup Set (3-Piece, Microwave and Oven Safe), Clear

Just like grandma used

The specially made glass is versatile enough to go from freezer to microwave to conventional oven. Pyrex

Generations of home cooks have used these tried and true measuring cups. Maybe you’re using them today. From making blueberry pancakes for a Sunday morning to putting the finishing touches on your cheesecake, these one-cup, two-cup, and four-cup measuring cups are just what you need. The classic glass cups measure liquids in cups, ounces, and milliliters. This way you can create dishes from around the world with tasty results. It won’t absorb colors or odors and is dishwasher safe.

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OXO Good Grips 3-Piece Angled Measuring Cup Set

Angular momentum

You don’t have to bring the cup to your eye level to ensure the right standard and metric amounts. OXO

These plastic cups are designed with multiple measures. Looking to update your liquid measuring cups? These OXO cups are unique. With the measurement lines on the sides of the three-cup set, you can read the amounts from the side like usual. But each BPA-free plastic cup is fitted with a patented angled surface that lets you also read the quantities from above. We love the soft handles on the one-, two-, and four-cup cups. They also nest for easy storage.

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Simply Gourmet Measuring Cups and Spoons Set - Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set for Cooking & Baking, Set of 15.

Standard and metric lines

So long lasting, maybe your grandkids will make pancakes using these one day. Simply Gourmet

The seven spoons and seven cups, and the little leveler (so you don’t have to use your finger anymore) are created from stainless steel to deliver years of kitchen results. All the dry measuring cups you need are included: 1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 3/4, and 1 cup and they nest together. They do have markings for metric amounts too. For finer measurements, you’ll love these long-handled spoons. Great for reaching to the bottom of spice and leavening containers. These come in standard sizes, ⅛- ¼- ½- ¾-, and 1 teaspoon, and a half and one tablespoon sizes.

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Buy: Simply Gourmet Measuring Cups and Spoons Set

U-Taste 10 Piece Measuring Cups and Spoons Set in 18/8 Stainless Steel

Pro kitchen-tested

Know at a glance which cup or spoon you need to finish off that chocolate cake batter in the mixer. U-Taste

The heavy 18/8 stainless steel used in all these measuring cups and spoons just makes you feel like a chef. So what is 18/8 stainless steel? It’s food-grade steel, and steel is made from iron and carbon. The 18/8 numbers refer to the percentage of chromium (the 18 part), and nickel (the 8 part). The dry ingredient measuring cups are rust-resistant and won’t crack. And the handles are strong and color-coded. All standard and metric markings are engraved on all 10 pieces. The colorful set includes 5 cups: ⅛, ¼. ⅓, ½, and one cup sizes, and ¼, ½, and 1 teaspoon, ½-, and 1 tablespoon sizes. Looks great in a kitchen-themed gift basket.

Buy: U-Taste 10 Piece Measuring Cups and Spoons Set

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Anchor Hocking 92032ECOM Anchor 77940 3-Piece Measuring Cup Set, Set of 3, Clear

Durable construction

If using the tempered glass cups for sticky things like molasses, make sure to spray the inside with non-stick spray first. Anchor Hocking

Trusted for over 100 years, this measuring cup set won’t crack under pressure. Professional chefs love glass measuring cups. For example, they are the perfect vessels for making scrambled eggs. Crack the eggs on the sides and it’s easy to spot any shell in there. It’s the perfect shape for gently blending the eggs with a fork. Then use the spout to pour them into your preheated prepared pan. The set of three has a 1-cup, 2-cup, and 4-cup sizes.

Buy: Anchor Hocking 92032ECOM Anchor 77940 3-Piece Measuring Cup Set

Cyndi Mathews is a contributing writer to Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. Cyndi recently published her first book and enjoys traveling to Florida in her sailboat.

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