Best Nutmeg Substitute (for Ground Nutmeg): Ground Mace, Cinnamon (+More Great Alternatives!)
A list of my very best nutmeg substitute ideas, most of which are super common and can easily work when you run out of nutmeg! Nutmeg's warm, sweet, and spicy notes may seem difficult to duplicate, but you will be surprised to see just how many substitute options you have!
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Instructions
Option 1 (Best Flavor Match) - Ground Mace
Use ground mace in an an equal 1:1 ration as any nutmeg called for in your recipe.
Use a bit less ground cinnamon when substituting for ground nutmeg. Start with half the amount called for, so ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon for each 1 teaspoon nutmeg.
Notes
*Nutritional information is calculated for the ground mace (option 1) only.