Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
Jazz up your baking and cooking this season with this homemade pumpkin pie spice! This spice mix is so easy to make and it adds a warm and comforting spicy-sweet taste to any recipe.
What is pumpkin pie spice?
Pumpkin pie spice (aka pumpkin spice) is a blend of warm, aromatic spices commonly used in fall baking, especially in recipes featuring pumpkin like pumpkin pie, pumpkin bread, pumpkin muffins, and more. It combines spices that enhance the earthy sweetness of pumpkin, adding a cozy, seasonal flavor to baked goods that evokes the essence of autumn.
While pumpkin pie spice is a staple in pumpkin desserts, it’s also perfect for elevating other dishes like lattes, pancakes, roasted vegetables, and even oatmeal, giving them a comforting, spiced warmth.
What is in pumpkin pie spice?
A mixture of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice. Some pumpkin pie spice blends also contain cloves or mace, depending on the brand.
Why this recipe is so great:
- Just 4 ingredients – All you need to make this pumpkin pie spice recipe is ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground allspice. And it takes less than 5 minutes to measure and mix all the ingredients.
- Versatile – You can use it in any sweet or savory pumpkin, sweet potato, or squash recipe. It is also an excellent substitute for cinnamon to add more depth in flavor. See the How to use section below for more ideas.
- Saves you money – It’s much more cost-effective to make your own pumpkin spice rather than buying the pre-made ones from the grocery stores. It’s cheaper and it makes a larger quantity, so more pumpkin spice to enjoy!
Some of my favorite recipes to use this pumpkin pie spice mix are Best Pumpkin Scones, Pumpkin Bars, and Baked Pumpkin Spice Donuts.
It also goes really well with sweet potato recipes like Sweet Potato Cake, Sweet Potato Pie, and Sweet Potato Donuts.
Ingredients you’ll need:
- Cinnamon: Provides a sweet, warm base.
- Nutmeg: Adds a nutty, slightly sweet flavor.
- Ginger: Brings a bit of a peppery, zesty kick.
- Allspice: Tastes like a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, giving a depth of flavor.
How to make pumpkin pie spice:
(the ingredient amounts are listed in the printable recipe card further below)
Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Transfer the mixture into an airtight container or spice jar and store in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
How to use:
- Use in any sweet or savory dish you want to add a warm and spicy kick to.
- For pies use 1 & 1/2 to 2 teaspoons.
- Use as a cinnamon substitute in an equal amount for more flavor.
A great addition to:
- sprinkling on top of ice cream and whipped cream
- hot chocolate & coffee
- winter soups & stews
- French toast, pancakes & waffles
- oatmeal & granola
- candied nuts
- roasted vegetables (delicious with any type of squash)
- cakes & cookies
- muffins, bread & scones
- frosting & buttercream
How to store:
Store in a small airtight container or spice jar in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight for up to 6 months.
Recipe FAQs:
Generally, 1-2 teaspoons for most recipes.
They are very similar in taste and both contain cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. However, pumpkin spice also contains ginger, adding another layer of flavor.
Yes, not only is it delicious, but it also contains antioxidants and antimicrobial agents as wel
You can use apple pie spice since they are both very similar or you can just use cinnamon.
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Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp ground allspice
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl. Transfer the mixture into an airtight container or spice jar and store in a cool dry place until ready to use.
So simple to make and saves money from buying store bought pumpkin spice! I love it!
Thank you! It’s definitely a win-win!