Should you measure flour before or after sifting?

Here's why:

* Sifting aerates the flour: This creates air pockets, making the flour lighter and fluffier.

* Measuring after sifting leads to inaccurate measurements: The sifting process can cause some flour to be lost, leading to a smaller amount of flour in your measuring cup.

Here's the best way to measure flour:

1. Spoon flour lightly into your measuring cup: Don't scoop directly from the bag.

2. Level off the top with a straight edge: This ensures a consistent measurement.

3. Sift the measured flour: This will aerate it and make your baked goods light and fluffy.

Following these steps will ensure accurate measurements and delicious results!