Dry measuring cups

A dry measuring cup is used for measuring solid cooking ingredients like flour, sugar, oats, etc. Dry measuring cups are made from plastic or metal and sets usually include 1 cup, 1/2 cup 1/3 cup and 1/4 cup. When using a dry measuring cup the capacity is measured to the level top of the cup. Ingredients should be filled to the top, then scraped off with a back of a knife or any straight object.

Difference Between Liquid and dry measuring
It is best to use a liquid measuring cup for liquids and a dry measuring cup for all solid foods. There is a slight difference in the measurement. That being said, cooking is not all that precise. An extra teaspoon or two here or there will make little difference in most recipes. Baking on the other hand is much more precise. If you are a serious baker you should consider using a kitchen scale which is much more accurate. If not then you should use dry and liquid cups properly.

Use liquid measuring cups for any non-baked good recipes OR use a food scale