With just a few basic spices in the perfect proportions, you can make your own Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice! Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves are all it takes to make homemade pumpkin spice.
Our easy recipe to make your own pumpkin pie spice combines cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves and is a delicious and money saving way to enjoy pumpkin spice season!
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Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe
Pumpkin Pie Spice where are you? Are you going crazy trying to hunt down a jar of Pumpkin Pie Spice?
It's true that it is pumpkin spice season but it is not the easiest spice blend to find. I have had many a time when I went from store to store searching for that elusive jar of the perfect blend of spices.
In many places pumpkin spice is only available seasonally. And then when you find it that teeny tiny jar cost several dollars??!! It's like a little jar of gold.
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Well, let's put an end to that and let's make our own and let's put it in pretty jars too!.
And while we're at it, let's make enough for gift giving in pretty little jars because Pumpkin Pie Spice makes a great gift!
Just make a big batch of the recipe and divide into lovely jars with labels to give as gifts!
Actually, why not make a homemade spice gift pack and include Homemade Taco Seasoning too!
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Now you can stop searching for that elusive little jar of gold and with just a few spices in the perfect proportions, you can make your own Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice whenever you need some for just pennies!
Stop by your local dollar store and stock up on all the spices you'll need, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves for that perfect blend of fall fragrant spices.
Oh, and have you noticed? This time of year pumpkin pie spice is flavoring EVERYTHING!
I've seen it in pudding, marshmallows, cereal, Oreos, cookies, poptarts, gum, bread and even Pringles (eeew). And the list goes on and on.
If you love pumpkin season as much as I do then you'll want to make Pumpkin Spice Syrup to sweeten your favorite beverages too!
Be sure to make a tall glass of Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew and use your DIY pumpkin spice recipe!
Let me know what you use your Pumpkin Spice on! I'd love to hear from you!
How to make homemade pumpkin pie spice
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- In a bowl combine the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves.
- Stir or whisk until the spices are blended.
- Store in an airtight container, such as a mason jar.
Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
- This recipe makes about 1/4 cup of pumpkin spice mix. You can easily double or triple the recipe to make a big batch.
- Store your DIY pumpkin pie spice in a cool dark place
- Keep your spice mixture in an airtight container
Substitutions
- You can substitute allspice for the nutmeg
- You can substitute allspice for the cloves
Equipment
- measuring spoons
- mason jar
Storage
- Store your homemade pumpkin spice in a tightly sealed container, such as a mason jar with a lid.
- Store your homemade seasoning in a dry place at room temperature, such as in a pantry, drawer or kitchen cabinet.
- Homemade pumpkin seasoning will stay fresh for about 1–2 years.
- As always, I find it helpful to visit the FDA website for food storage guidelines
What spices are in pumpkin pie spice?
I have seen several combinations of spices making up a homemade pumpkin spice blend. My personal favorite homemade pumpkin spice mix has just four basic fragrant spices:
- Cinnamon
- Ginger
- Nutmeg
- Cloves
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If you are as happy as I am about the arrival of pumpkin spice season, then you'll want to be making as many pumpkin spice recipes as possible. So the timing couldn't be more perfect for making these pumpkin spice recipes!
Super moist, fragrant with pumpkin pie spice & studded with creamy chunks of chocolate, Chocolate Chunk Pumpkin Bread is a delicious way to welcome in fall!
Everyone loves pumpkin pie spice and now you can have the perfect blend of warm fall spices in a creamy buttery frosting! Pumpkin Pie Spice Buttercream Frosting will be the crowning glory on your next cupcake, cake, cookie or muffin!
Glazed Pumpkin Spice Muffins combine pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for moist muffins bursting with warm seasonal spices topped with a sweet sugar glaze. An easy recipe made with just a few basic ingredients make this Pumpkin Spice Muffins recipe your new go-to favorite recipe.
Here’s a quick and easy homemade Pumpkin Spice Creamer for your coffee or beverage of choice that’s sure to warm you right up! Take a deep breath and savor the comforting aroma of pumpkin spice when you add a splash of Pumpkin Spice Creamer!
Salted Caramel Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Bars is an impressive and easy dessert recipe. Every bite of creamy pumpkin cheesecake is kissed by the warm holiday flavor of pumpkin pie spice and elevated to a level of bliss with a buttery cinnamon graham crust!
When National Pancake Day meets Pumpkin Spice season, Pumpkin Spice Pancakes, an easy homemade pancakes recipe seasoned with pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice, is born! Delicious for breakfast or as for breakfast for dinner, Pumpkin Spice Pancakes are lightened with seltzer!
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup ground cinnamon
- 2 Tablespoons ground ginger
- 1 Tablespoon ground nutmeg
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
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Instructions
- Combine cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves.
- Store in an airtight container.
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