Finally — no more frustration when a recipe says “measure 1/2 cup of honey.” Sticky ingredients are notoriously difficult to measure and transfer. You scoop or pour them into a measuring cup, then try to get them into a bowl or pot only to watch a thick coating cling to the sides. It slowly drips back into the container or makes a mess, wasting both the ingredient and your patience.
The solution is simple and effective, and the technique works with honey, maple syrup, molasses, sorghum, and any other viscous liquid. It applies equally well to teaspoons, tablespoons, and cup measures. The short demonstration video included here shows an easy trick that keeps every last drop from sticking to the cup so you can pour cleanly and precisely every time.
Honey Recipes
- Roasted Winter Vegetables with Sriracha Honey Glaze
- Honey Creole Mustard Green Beans
- Red Salad with Citrus, Honey, and Thyme Vinaigrette
- Sweet Potato Spoonbread
- Chewy Molasses Cookies
- Pumpkin Gingerbread with Crystallized Ginger
More Kitchen Tips
If you enjoyed this quick trick, here are other practical kitchen how-tos that save time and reduce waste:
- Freezing Leftover Tomato Paste – Store small amounts so you never waste a half-used can.
- Peeling Ginger with a Spoon – A safe, efficient method kids can try too.
- Fruit Salad on a Stick – Make fruit more fun and portable by threading it on skewers.
- Writing with Melted Chocolate – Use melted chocolate to quickly decorate cupcakes or cakes.
- Cutting an Avocado Neatly – Achieve the tidy cubes you see in restaurants with a steady technique.
- Mincing Garlic Super Fine – Mince garlic until it blends seamlessly into dressings and sauces without large pieces.