spoonful
noun
spoon·ful
ˈspün-ˌfu̇l 
plural spoonfuls
ˈspün-ˌfu̇lz
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
: as much as a spoon will hold
specifically
: teaspoonful
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Plop the block onto a plate, and dollop hefty spoonfuls of the pepper jelly right on top until you’re left with a slab of neon, jellified goodness.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2025
Make sure to create divots for the pools of brown butter that sit atop the dish, which make each spoonful feel extra luxe.
—CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
Add kimchi to your rice bowl or a spoonful of sauerkraut on top of roasted veggies.
—Essence, 19 Nov. 2025
For a quick and easy flavor boost, try stirring a spoonful of miso into your favorite broth or sauce.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 18 Nov. 2025
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Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Nov. 2025
Make sure to create divots for the pools of brown butter that sit atop the dish, which make each spoonful feel extra luxe.
—CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
Add kimchi to your rice bowl or a spoonful of sauerkraut on top of roasted veggies.
—Essence, 19 Nov. 2025
For a quick and easy flavor boost, try stirring a spoonful of miso into your favorite broth or sauce.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 18 Nov. 2025
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“Spoonful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spoonful. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.
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spoonful
noun
spoon·ful
ˈspün-ˌfu̇l
plural spoonfuls
-ˌfu̇lz
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
also spoonsful
ˈspünz-ˌfu̇l
: as much as a spoon can hold
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