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Three Ingredients Cardamom Substitute for Baking

This is the perfect cardamom substitute for baking, requires only three simple ingredients - ground cinnamon, mace, and ginger!
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time1 minute
Course: Spices, Substitutes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 teaspoons
Calories: 7kcal
Author: Elle John

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground mace
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger

Instructions

Step 1: Mix the Ingredients

  • To create the perfect cardamom substitute, gather your ingredients - ground cinnamon, mace, and ground ginger. Mix these three spices together in a small bowl.

Step 2: Use the substitute in your dish

  • To use your substitute, simply add it to your dish as you would with cardamom.
  • It's best to start small and add more as needed, as the substitute is more potent than actual cardamom.
  • This substitute goes well in desserts like cakes, cookies, and pies, and also works well in savory dishes with ginger and cinnamon flavor profiles.

Notes

  • Store your spice mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to keep it fresh for longer.
  • Check your spice cabinet and make sure you are using fresh spices, as their flavor weakens the longer they are open.
  • Use freshly ground cinnamon and ginger for the best flavor.
  • Remember that this substitute is more potent than actual cardamom, so add a little at a time.

Nutrition

Calories: 7kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 13mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.04g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.3mg