Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heaped-tablespoon
Measurement / Cooking Term
/hipt-ˈteɪbəlˌspun/
Definition
A heaped tablespoon is a measurement that consists of a spoonful of an ingredient that is piled above the rim of a spoon, rather than being leveled off.
Examples
- When making the cake, add a heaped tablespoon of sugar for extra sweetness.
- For the recipe, you will need a heaped tablespoon of chili powder to enhance the flavor.
Meaning
When you measure with a heaped tablespoon, you’re using more than a standard tablespoon because the ingredient is not just filled to the top but is instead heaped up.
Synonyms
- piled tablespoon
- heaping tablespoon
- overflowing tablespoon
