Measure Sticky Ingredients by Spraying the Cup First

The Problem

You measure a cup of honey and half stays stuck to the measuring cup. You scrape and lose your patience.

The Hack

Give the inside of your measuring cup a quick spray of cooking oil spray before adding honey, maple syrup, peanut butter, or molasses. The sticky ingredient slides right out.

Why It Works

Oil creates a hydrophobic barrier between the sticky substance and the cup surface. Since honey and syrups are water-based, they won't bond to an oiled surface.

Pro Tips

• Works for measuring spoons too — spray before measuring
• A dab of regular cooking oil on a paper towel works if you don't have spray
• Also prevents molasses and corn syrup from sticking
• You'll get a more accurate measurement because nothing stays behind