Best cinnamon (ground) substitute for muffins?
Allspice, used at Use 1/4 tsp allspice per 1 tsp cinnamon. Allspice is stronger. Contains cinnamon-like notes plus clove and nutmeg.
Best Cinnamon (ground) Substitutes for Muffins & Quick Breads
Use forgiving substitutions that still maintain moisture and lift in quick batters. Quick breads tolerate swaps better, but leavening and hydration still need balance to avoid gummy centers.
Can I make muffins or quick bread without cinnamon (ground)?
Yes. Start with Allspice at Use 1/4 tsp allspice per 1 tsp cinnamon, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
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Allspice
Use Use 1/4 tsp allspice per 1 tsp cinnamon
Allspice is stronger. Contains cinnamon-like notes plus clove and nutmeg.
View full adjustment notes →How much does 1 cup of cinnamon (ground) weigh?
On CupOrGram, 1 cup of cinnamon (ground) is treated as 125 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Cinnamon (ground) cups to grams →