Soup cup is a small, usually cup-shaped container used for serving soup, broths, or smaller portions of other foods like ice cream or yogurt. It's a cross between a bowl and a mug, offering a more manageable size for consuming soups or similar dishes. Soup cups are often paired with a saucer or underplate to protect the surface and balance the place setting.
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Shape and Size:
Soup cups are typically wider at the rim and taper into a smaller bowl shape. They hold smaller volumes of soup, often around 4 ounces, compared to soup bowls which hold 8-12 ounces.
Materials:
Soup cups can be made from various materials like ceramic, porcelain, or even compostable materials like paperboard.