Herbs & Spices

Best Substitutes for Cinnamon

Warm spice blends like apple pie spice or a nutmeg-allspice mix can stand in for cinnamon in a pinch.

Best overall swap

Apple pie spice

1:1

Already contains cinnamon plus complementary warm spices — an easy direct swap in baking.

All Substitutes for Cinnamon

Apple pie spice

1:1

Already contains cinnamon plus complementary warm spices — an easy direct swap in baking.

pantry-staple

Nutmeg (smaller amount)

1/2 the amount of cinnamon called for

More potent and slightly different in flavor, so use less.

Allspice (smaller amount)

1/2 the amount of cinnamon called for

Warm and slightly peppery — works well in baked goods and spiced drinks.

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