What can I substitute for Cinnamon?

The most common substitute: Allspice, 1/4 the amount — Similar flavor, stronger.

What Cinnamon does in the dish: flavor and aroma. A good substitute does the same job.

🧮 How Much of Each Substitute?

Cinnamon Cups

Allspice Cups

Cloves Cups

Ginger + nutmeg By the ratio: 1/2 tsp each per 1 tsp cinnamon

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Allspice · 1/4 the amount
Similar flavor, stronger #
Cloves · 1/4 the amount
Very strong, use sparingly #
Ginger + nutmeg · 1/2 tsp each per 1 tsp cinnamon
Warm blend #

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