What's a Substitute for Cinnamon?

If you need to substitute cinnamon, consider using nutmeg, cloves, or allspice. Another option is apple pie spice which contains cinnamon.

Is nutmeg the same as cinnamon?

Cinnamon is the bark of the cinnamon tree, while nutmeg is the seed of an Indonesian evergreen tree. The way each spice is used is also difference, with cinnamon commonly used in sweet dishes, while nutmeg is usually in savory dishes. ...

Can you make your own cinnamon?

How to make Cinnamon powder at home? This can be prepared by roasting whole cinnamon and then crushing it into a fine powder. While grinding add 1 tbsp of brown sugar (for one cup cinnamon sticks). Dry roast cinnamon in a pan for 2 minutes on low flame.