What can I use in place of allspice?

Question

I have a recipe for Dutch apple raisin cake that calls for a half teaspoon of allspice, which I don't have. Would ground cloves or nutmeg or a combo of both work? I know that allspice is a spice unto itself.

Asked by kiamlaluno

Answer

The closest thing is to combine equal parts of ground cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper.

Answered by hobodave

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