Best cloves (ground) substitute for muffins?
Allspice, used at 1:1. Allspice contains some eugenol — closest single-spice match.
Best Cloves (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 cloves (ground)?
Yes. Start with Allspice at 1:1, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Top Recommendation
Allspice
Use 1:1
Allspice contains some eugenol — closest single-spice match.
View full adjustment notes →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.
Cloves (ground) cups to grams →