The most accurate way to measure ingredients is to weigh them in grams with a food scale. If you want to keep it simple and use measuring cups and spoons, see the tips below. When measuring flour, fluff (stir) the flour in the canister before spooning it into the measuring up and then, using the back side of a knife, gently scrape off the excess for a level scoop. For sugar and other dry ingredients, the dip, scoop, and level method works great. Make sure to scrape off your measuring spoons too, unless a heaping spoonful is specified. To measure wet ingredients, pour them carefully into the measuring cup or spoon, but not directly over the top of your mixing bowl. This will help avoid over-pouring.