Danica
Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set Of 4
These Danica stainless steel measuring cups, sold as a set of four, provide accurate measuring of dry and liquid ingredients in 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, and 1 cup sizes. Each cup has a flat handle with stamped measurement markings in cups and milliliters, and the polished stainless steel construction is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. The cups nest together for space-saving storage.
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Measuring Cups & Spoons
Color
Size
Specifications
Set of 4 stainless steel measuring cups for precise measurement of dry and liquid ingredients, nesting for easy storage.
Precisely measures dry and liquid ingredients; nesting storage; dishwasher safe; set of 4 sizes: 1/4 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup, 1 cup.
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Tools & Utensils > Measuring Cups & Spoons
Additional Attributes
- nesting storage
- precise measurement
- dishwasher safe
- stainless steel
- set of 4 sizes
Product Insights
Danica's Heirloom stainless steel measuring cups prioritize durability and compactness: etched markings stay legible through dishwasher use, and the set of four essential sizes (¼, ⅓, ½, 1 cup) nests tightly without pouring spouts. At CAD 39, they cost roughly half the price of comparable all-stainless sets, offering an artisanal feel with dishwasher convenience, but the sparse size selection and absent spouts cater to minimalist kitchen storage over versatility.
Verified claims
- Durability
- Etched stainless steel markings stay legible through dishwasher use.
- Design
- No pouring spouts and only four essential sizes maximize nesting compactness.
- Dishwasher safe
- Dishwasher safe — not hand-wash-only like other Heirloom enamel sets.
- Markings
- Etched markings survive dishwasher use without fading.
- Brand origin
- Danica is a Canadian brand, but cups are manufactured in India.
- Size selection
- Set includes ¼, ⅓, ½, and 1 cup sizes, matching ATK's recommendation.
- Artisanal positioning
- Part of Danica's Heirloom collection with artisanal touchpoints.
- Value
- At CAD 39, costs about half the price of a comparable Sur La Table all-stainless set.
Product record
- Title
- Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set Of 4
- Brand
- Danica
- Price
- 39 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
How it compares to other stainless steel sets
- Unlike the OXO Good Grips Best Buy set, where ATK found plastic-topped handles that trap debris and printed markings that can wear off, Danica’s fully stainless steel cups with etched markings eliminate both those weaknesses — a meaningful durability advantage for home bakers who measure frequently and want markings that won’t fade after repeated dishwasher cycles.
- At CAD 39, this Danica set costs roughly half what the Sur La Table 6-piece set costs at full retail (USD 55), and it still delivers the four most-used sizes, etched markings, and dishwasher-safe all-stainless construction — a practical, no-nonsense alternative for bakers who don't need the extra 2/3 and 3/4 cups.
- By including only the four core sizes — ¼, ⅓, ½, and 1 cup — Danica mirrors the exact lineup ATK deems 'most useful across recipes,' sidestepping the bulk and higher price of sets that add less-frequently-used ⅔ and ¾ cup measures.
- While the patterned enamel Danica Heirloom sets (Brio, Zest) are hand wash only, this plain stainless steel version is fully dishwasher safe, offering the same Heirloom quality without the upkeep — a practical advantage for anyone who wants low-maintenance measuring tools that can go straight into the machine.
Nested dimensions and storage fit
- Because the cups are dishwasher-safe stainless steel rather than plated or plastic, the material won't corrode or swell through repeated wash cycles, so the nested fit stays tight and consistent over time.
Using handleless measuring cups for dry goods
- By omitting handles, these cups stack tightly inside one another, reducing storage footprint to that of a single cup — a design only possible because there are no protruding parts, unlike traditional handled sets that occupy significantly more drawer space.
Build quality and stainless steel gauge
- The silver stainless steel measuring cups are rated dishwasher safe, while the Zest enameled steel measuring cups from the same family carry a 'hand wash only' instruction; the absence of a decorative coating on the silver set eliminates the need for careful hand washing, making it the more practical choice for everyday use.
The Heirloom collection's vintage-inspired look
- Danica’s own description of the Heirloom line states it offers “artisanal touchpoints from kitchen to table,” a positioning that elevates even the most basic tools into considered, handcraft-feel items — which is why these measuring cups feel more like a curated kitchen accessory than a generic gadget.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Four nested stainless steel measuring cups with long flat handles; three cups shown from above/angled front, two filled with dry ingredients and one empty and nested. Handles have stamped measurement text and oval hanging holes near ends.
- Cup geometryCylindrical stainless steel cups with straight vertical sides and flat bottoms; rims are narrow and slightly rolled; cups nest inside each other.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.46 · h 0.44 (high) - HandlesLong flat metal handles attached to cup rims, each handle has an oval hanging hole near the tip and stamped measurement text along the length.
2 regions
x 0.52 · y 0.12 · w 0.42 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.52 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (medium) - Handle text - 1 cup“1 Cup 240ml”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Handle text - fractional“1/2 Cup 120ml”Partial
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.14 · w 0.30 · h 0.14 (medium) - Handle text - small fraction“1/4 Cup 60ml”Partial
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Surface finishHighly reflective polished stainless steel surfaces produce mirror-like reflections of the surrounding tiles and objects.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.22 · w 0.46 · h 0.44 (high) - Contents visibleTwo cups are filled: one with long-grain white rice and one with light brown seeds or grains; one nested cup is empty and reflective.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.60 · w 0.36 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.48 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Tiled workstation surface with a wooden cutting board propped against a vertical surface in the top background; soft directional lighting produces distinct highlights and short shadows to the lower left of objects.
- Shot compositionAngled top-front view showing cups arranged on a tiled surface with handles fanning toward the top-right and top-left of the frame.
- Background propLight to medium brown wooden cutting board with rounded corner visible along the top edge of the image, leaning against a vertical surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.00 · w 0.78 · h 0.18 (high) - SurfaceMatte medium-gray square tiles with visible grout lines form the flat surface beneath the cups.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.18 · w 1.00 · h 0.82 (high) - Shadows and reflectionsShort soft shadows extend below and to the left of the cups; reflections of tiles and objects appear on cup surfaces.
Colors
polished stainless steel· cup exterior and handles#F4E2D4- Cup geometryCylindrical stainless steel cups with straight vertical sides and flat bottoms; rims are narrow and slightly rolled; cups nest inside each other.
- 02
Product
A set of four nested, polished stainless steel measuring cups joined on a metal ring; flat straight handles extend to the right with stamped measurement text on the top handle.
- Nested cupsFour round, hemispherical stainless steel cups are stacked one inside another with visible concentric rims and smooth rolled edges.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.48 · w 0.54 · h 0.32 (high) - FinishHighly reflective polished metal surface showing clear specular highlights and reflections of the tiled surface and surrounding objects.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.48 · w 0.54 · h 0.32 (high) - Handle shapeFlat, straight metal handles extending from the cups to the right with a rounded end that has a hole for the connecting ring.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.34 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Connecting ringA small metal split ring threads through the holes at the ends of the handles, holding the cups together.
1 region
x 0.83 · y 0.31 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Handle text“1/4 Cup 60ml”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.36 · w 0.22 · h 0.07 (medium) - Inner reflection detailInterior surfaces of the top cup show reflected rectangular highlights and the tiled surface reflected as curved shapes.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.55 · w 0.30 · h 0.19 (high)
Other
Scene shows the cups placed on a square-tiled surface with a wooden cutting board or paddle propped in the background; warm directional lighting creates soft shadows and strong reflections on the metal.
- Tiled surfaceMatte square tiles in a muted gray-green tone form the supporting surface beneath the cups.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.36 · w 1.00 · h 0.64 (high) - Wood board backgroundA light wood cutting board or paddle with rounded contours is visible in the top right background, partially cropped.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.00 · w 0.54 · h 0.34 (high) - Lighting and shadowWarm directional light from the upper right creates distinct soft shadows beneath and to the left of the cups and bright highlights on the metal surfaces.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter angled top-down view with product positioned slightly left of center and handle extending to the right; image cropped so top of cutting board is off-frame.
Colors
polished stainless steel· cup exteriors and interiors#AC9582polished stainless steel· connecting ring and handle ends#CDBCAAnone· nonePackaging- Nested cupsFour round, hemispherical stainless steel cups are stacked one inside another with visible concentric rims and smooth rolled edges.
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Q&A
4 answered- Are the cup sizes printed or etched onto the metal?
- The cup sizes are etched into the metal, not printed, which ensures they remain legible through repeated dishwasher use — etching is the standard method for stainless steel measuring cups that are dishwasher safe.
- Do these measuring cups have metric measurements (ml) in addition to cup fractions?
- No, these measuring cups only have US standard cup measurements (1/4, 1/3, 1/2, 1 cup) and do not include metric ml markings.
- Do these cups have a pouring spout for liquid ingredients?
- These measuring cups do not have pouring spouts; they are designed for nesting storage, and spouts would prevent compact stacking.
- Are these measuring cups manufactured in Canada?
- No, while Danica is a Canadian brand, these measuring cups are manufactured in India, as confirmed by the Gold version of the same Heirloom line [1]. Other Danica lines may be made in China [2].