Best Cloves (ground) Substitutes for Cookies

Find substitutions that keep spread, chew, and browning close to your original cookie recipe. Small ingredient changes quickly affect cookie spread and texture, especially fat and sugar swaps.

Reviewed by the CupOrGram Editorial TeamSources: King Arthur Baking, USDA FoodData CentralMethodology

Can I make cookies without cloves (ground)?

Yes. Start with Allspice at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.

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Allspice

Use 1:1

Allspice contains some eugenol — closest single-spice match.

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How much does 1 cup of cloves (ground) weigh?

On CupOrGram, 1 cup of cloves (ground) is treated as 110 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.

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Can I make cookies without cloves (ground)?

Yes. Start with Allspice at 1:1. Allspice contains some eugenol — closest single-spice match.

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