Cloves vs Clove Powder

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

Quick answer

Use 0.33 tsp of Clove Powder for every 1 tsp of Cloves.

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Cloves

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Clove Powder

Conversion: Use 33% as much (0.33 tsp per 1 tsp)

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Notes: Ground cloves are much more concentrated; use one-third the amount and distribute evenly throughout dish.

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When to use Clove Powder instead of Cloves

Ground cloves are much more concentrated; use one-third the amount and distribute evenly throughout dish. The conversion is use 33% as much (0.33 tsp per 1 tsp).

Common questions

Can I substitute Clove Powder for Cloves?

Yes — Ground cloves are much more concentrated; use one-third the amount and distribute evenly throughout dish. Ratio: Use 33% as much (0.33 tsp per 1 tsp).

What's the conversion ratio for Cloves to Clove Powder?

Use 33% as much (0.33 tsp per 1 tsp). For other quantities, use the SubSwap calculator.

Are Cloves and Clove Powder interchangeable?

They are similar in most uses, but Ground cloves are much more concentrated; use one-third the amount and distribute evenly throughout dish..

Is Clove Powder a better substitute than other options for Cloves?

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

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