Do you want to know how to make pumpkin pie spice from scratch? This easy, quick recipe is a simple blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves. These four spices are all you need to flavor a variety of pumpkin dishes from muffins and pies to pumpkin spice lattes.
While I start to get sad that summer is coming to an end, there is at least one thing I can really look forward to: pumpkin spice season. I can't get enough of the warm flavor that it brings to delicious, autumn baked goods and hot and cold, spiced drinks.
Some of my favorite desserts and drinks to add this spice blend to are pumpkin cake pops, PSL's (the BEST), pumpkin cream cheese bread and this easy pumpkin martini recipe.
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Pumpkin Pie Spice Ingredients
3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves
You will also need measuring spoons, a small bowl and a storage container for the finished DIY spice mix.
Step #1. Combine Ingredients
Combine all of the spices in a small bowl.
Step #2. Transfer to Container
Transfer to an airtight container.
How to Use it
Use in baking and/or beverages such as pumpkin pie (or this crystal clear pumpkin pie), pumpkin muffins, pumpkin spice lattes (PSL;s), London fog lattes, etc. Use whatever amount the recipe calls for.
Now you know how to make pumpkin spice at home. This recipe is a tested favorite, but feel free to substitute or add different spices to make it your own (such as allspice).
Top Tip
When it comes to adding this spice mix to taste, start out with a very small amount and work your way up, because it can be potent.
Storage
- Storage is very easy; no refrigeration is necessary.
- Just keep the mix in an airtight container or baggie in a cool, dark cabinet until you need it!
- Its shelf life should be as long as the spices on your spice rack, which means that you can use it all year round! This can be up to two to three years when stored properly.
- Another great thing is that if you run out, you can stir up another batch in under 10 minutes.
Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe FAQs
Allspice is a common ingredient in pumpkin spice, so you could say that it tastes similar, but it is only one of a combination of spices.
It has the flavor of pumpkin pie because it uses the same warm spices to create a premixed blend, perfect for autumn baking and hot drinks.
Cinnamon is the main ingredient in pumpkin spice blend.
Although not exact, chai spice mix is similar, as it includes clove and cinnamon.
Recipes to Use Homemade Pumpkin Spice In
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How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons cinnamon - ground
- 2 teaspoons nutmeg - ground
- 2 teaspoons ginger - ground
- 1 ½ teaspoons cloves - ground
Instructions
- Combine all of the spices in a bowl and store in an airtight container.
- Use in baking and/or beverages such as pumpkin pie, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin spice lattes, etc.
Equipment
Notes
- You can store the spice mix in a cool and dark place, like a cupboard or pantry, for up to 2 to 3 years.
- Use whatever amount the recipe calls for. When it comes to adding this spice mix to taste, start out with a very small amount and work your way up, because it can be potent.
Nutrition
Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.
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