Make the best Pumpkin Pie, and other fall treats, using this easy-to-make Pumpkin Pie Spice. All you need is 4 ingredients and just a few minutes to mix up a batch!
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Come September, we are all about apple and pumpkin spice everything. Because pumpkin pie spice, sometimes simply called pumpkin spice, has become so popular these days, pre-made spice mixes are all over the grocery store shelves. But, it’s not really necessary to buy yet another over-priced spice blend.
Making your own homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice is easy and you can make it just the way you like it.
Not only can you use this recipe for pumpkin pie, but you can use an equal amount in any pumpkin recipe that calls for a combination of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Try it in sweet recipes like Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake and Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies or savory fall recipes such as Pumpkin Risotto or Pumpkin Grits.
Why This Recipe Works
This is a super quick and easy recipe to make that only requires 4 ingredients that you can easily adapt to suite your own tastes, if needed.
It saves money. You don’t have to run out and buy yet another spice jar.
It’s very flavorful and has an endless amount of uses.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground allspice
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.
Prep!
There is no prep work for this recipe.
Create!
Combine the cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and nutmeg in a small jar with a lid. Mix well.
Present!
Use as desired. Store tightly covered in a cool, dark place.
Tips and Techniques
- You can adjust the spices to suite your own tastes.
- Store your prepared spice mixture in a jar with an airtight lid. Use by the earliest expiration date on jars of spices that you used.
FAQ’s
What Is In Pumpkin Pie Spice?
Most pumpkin pie spice mixtures contain cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice. Some also include cloves.
Does Pumpkin Spice Contain Pumpkin?
No. Pumpkin spice is a blend of spices that are most often use to add flavor to recipe that contain pumpkin.
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Pumpkin Pie Spice
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground allspice
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Combine the cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and nutmeg in a small jar with a lid. Mix well.2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground allspice, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- Use as desired.
Notes
Tips and Techniques
- You can adjust the spices to suite your own tastes.Â
- Store your prepared spice mixture in a jar with an airtight lid. Use by the earliest expiration date on jars of spices that you used.
Toni says
I love how quick and easy this is! Such a perfect way to celebrate pumpkin season!
Tara says
Oooh, such an easy homemade spice mix. You had me at the 4 ingredients and just a few minutes. Definitely perfect for fall.
Dannii says
I always have a jar of this stashed away for all my winter baking. So good in oatmeal too.
silvia says
Nothing is better than making your own pumpkin pie spice at home, for me is so much flavorful plus you can adjust is as you like. We usually add a little bit more cinnamon and ginger.