Choose alternatives that hold batter consistency and help keep a light interior. These batters are sensitive to liquid ratios and acidity, both of which affect fluffiness and browning.
Yes. Start with Instant Coffee Granules at 1:1 by volume, crushed fine, then adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.
Use 1:1 by volume, crushed fine
Similar flavor direction, but coarser granules may need dissolving first.
View full adjustment notes →On CupOrGram, 1 cup of espresso powder is treated as 112 grams. Use the conversion page if you want the original ingredient weight before choosing a substitute.
Espresso Powder cups to grams →Use Instant Coffee Granules at 1:1 by volume, crushed fine — Similar flavor direction, but coarser granules may need dissolving first. Mix as the original recipe directs, then taste and adjust liquid or bake time in small steps after a test batch.