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The BEST Ground Cloves Substitute

Ground cloves are key to adding warmth and flavor to fall and winter dishes, but if you don't like the strong, pungent aroma or run out of your stash at home, a ground cloves substitute is necessary!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 31kcal
Author: Katalin Nagy

Ingredients

Best ground cloves substitute

  • 1 teaspoon Whole Cloves use only ½ teaspoon if you freshly ground whole cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice
  • 1 teaspoon Nutmeg

Instructions

  • To replace 1 teaspoon of ground cloves use one of the above options

Notes

Consider also the following options as ground cloves alternatives:
  1. Cardamom
  2. Cinnamon
  3. Pumpkin Pie Spice
  4. Apple Pie Spice
  5. Mace
  6. Peppercorns - white or black
  7. Star Anise
  8. Fennel
  9. Five Spice Blend
  10. Cumin
  11. Spice combinations

Nutrition

Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 62mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg
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