Using Allspice Instead of Cloves (ground)

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology
Ratio
1:1
Good — works well with minor differences

Recipe Adjustment Notes

Allspice contains some eugenol — closest single-spice match.

Measurement Variance Note

For 1 cup references, this ingredient can vary by about 10% across brands and measuring methods (99g-121g per cup). For the most reliable substitution result, measure by weight and test a half batch first.

How Allspice Compares for Cloves (ground)

Quality rating: good. Allspice contains some eugenol — closest single-spice match.

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