Clove Powder vs Pumpkin Spice

A side-by-side guide to substituting Pumpkin Spice for Clove Powder (or vice versa).

Quick answer

Use 0.5 tsp of Pumpkin Spice for every 1 tsp of Clove Powder.

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Clove Powder

Base unit: tsp

Read the full guide: Clove Powder

Pumpkin Spice

Conversion: Use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp)

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Notes: Pumpkin spice contains cloves plus cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger; use half the amount since it's a blend. Best in sweet applications.

Read the full guide: Pumpkin Spice

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When to use Pumpkin Spice instead of Clove Powder

Pumpkin spice contains cloves plus cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger; use half the amount since it's a blend. Best in sweet applications. The conversion is use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Pumpkin Spice for Clove Powder?

Yes — Pumpkin spice contains cloves plus cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger; use half the amount since it's a blend. Best in sweet applications. Ratio: Use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp).

What's the conversion ratio for Clove Powder to Pumpkin Spice?

Use 50% as much (0.5 tsp per 1 tsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Clove Powder and Pumpkin Spice interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Pumpkin spice contains cloves plus cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger; use half the amount since it's a blend..

Is Pumpkin Spice a better substitute than other options for Clove Powder?

Pumpkin Spice is one of the options SubSwap lists for Clove Powder. The 'best' choice depends on your recipe — see the full list of Clove Powder substitutes.

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