How to make pumpkin pie spice

This is an essential spice blend to have on hand for fall and winter baking. Use it in any recipe that uses a combination of these spices. Pumpkin pie is the most obvious choice, but it’s also a great spice blend to use in spiced cider or tea, sweet potato pies, and a variety of cakes and cookies.

Follow the formula below to make enough pumpkin pie spice for a recipe or make it in larger amounts to store in your pantry for fall baking.

Pumpkin Spice Mix

2 teaspoons

• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger, ground
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ground

1/2 cup

• 1/4 cup ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon ground allspice
• 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg

1 cup

• 1/2 cup ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons ground allspice
• 2 tablespoons ground nutmeg

Combine the spices in a small bowl or cup and stir or whisk to blend thoroughly. Transfer to a small, clean spice jar or canning jar and store in a cool, dark place.

Learn how to make your own pumpkin pie spice in less than 5 minutes with just a few common spices. Perfect for fall cookies, breads, pies, and so much more!

For the longest time, I bought the small containers of pumpkin pie spice from the store. You know, the one that costs about $5 for maybe 2-3 tablespoons of pumpkin pie spice? Since I use quite a bit of pumpkin pie spice during the fall, I realized I was running out of it over and over again.

So I did something crazy.

I looked at the back of the container and read the ingredients. Crazy, right? I realized that I already had everything I needed sitting in my pantry to make a batch. So instead of running to the store to buy some pumpkin pie spice I stood there for 5 minutes and made my own.

And guess what? It was easy, inexpensive, and made way more than the small containers you can buy from the store. Plus, it tastes delicious in any pumpkin dessert I’ve used it in so far. So today I’m sharing this simple DIY pumpkin pie spice recipe so you can learn to make your own right at home.

To create this recipe I worked off of two things, the back of the pumpkin pie spice container and my pumpkin cupcakes recipe. I used the same blend of spices in my pumpkin cupcakes and scaled it up to make a larger batch. I slightly adjusted the amount of cinnamon just to make it easier to measure and cut the recipe in half. Since the store-bought pumpkin pie spice uses allspice, I also incorporated some into this recipe. Plus, I love extra spices in pumpkin desserts so I figured it couldn’t hurt.

You only need 5 spices to make this homemade version: ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and ground cloves. I’m willing to bet you probably already have most of them sitting in your pantry right now too.

All you have to do is measure out the spices, whisk them together, and you’re done. This recipe will make 5 tablespoons of pumpkin pie spice which is perfect if you do a lot of baking during the fall. You can easily cut this recipe in half if you don’t need that much too.

If you’re wondering which recipes you can use the pumpkin pie spice in, I’ve included some below.

Pumpkin pie spice is a very popular spice mix that you can use to make many delicious desserts. It’s very easy to make at home, it consists of only 5 ingredients that are easy to get and probably already in your pantry. Homemade pumpkin pie spice is cheaper than the store-bought and has much better flavor (especially if you ground your spices) not to mention that you know what goes in it.

What goes into pumpkin pie spice:

Pumpkin pie spice consists of only 5 spices: cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice. Cinnamon flavor is most pronounced.

What ratio of spices is best:

The most important spice is cinnamon, it adds warmth and slightly sweet flavor. I’m adding 3 tablespoons of cinnamon to my mix. Then I’m adding all the other spices in similar but much smaller amounts, 2 teaspoons each.

How to make homemade pumpkin pie spice:

1. Measure out the spices.
2. Mix the spices together.
3. Store in a tightly-closed container, away from light and heat sources.

-> For the best flavor ground the spices yourself. You can do it using a mortar and pestle or a coffee grinder. The spice mix made this way is so flavorful, really amazing.
-> Don’t make big batches dough, spices lose their flavor quickly so it’s better to make a new batch than to use a flavorless one.
-> You can omit these spices that you don’t have on hand, except cinnamon. You can also change the spice ratios to your liking.

Pumpkin pie spice uses:

• Anywhere you would add cinnamon.
• You can spice up your oatmeal, yogurt or latte.
• It’s often added to pies, quick breads, cookies, and cakes.
• Homemade pumpkin pie spice makes also a great gift. You can put it in small decorative jars and use homemade labels.

Recipes with pumpkin pie spice:

• Pumpkin Pancakes
• Pumpkin pie apple ring pancakes
• Pumpkin roll

• PUMPKIN PANCAKES
• PUMPKIN PIE APPLE RING PANCAKES
• PUMPKIN ROLL

• Carrot layer cake
• Pumpkin cranberry muffins

• carrot layer cake with cream cheese frosting (instead of spices listed)
• pumpkin cranberry muffins (instead of just cinnamon)

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The difference between these two spice mixes is not significant. Pumpkin pie spice is rather cinnamon heavy and mildly spiced, and the gingerbread spice mix is more balanced, it also contains more spices like cardamom, coriander, star anise, making it more ‘Christmassy’.

Both spices are heavy on the cinnamon. Pumpkin pie spice consists of 5 spices: cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice but apple pie spice of only 3: cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.

Yes, you can, they taste very similar.

You can substitute pumpkin pie spice with cinnamon and just add any spices, that are on the ingredients list, that you have on hand. You can also substitute it with gingerbread spice mix or apple pie spice.

It’s pumpkin season, and that makes me extremely happy. I love everything pumpkin! Before I start my pumpkin-baking marathon, I always make homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice.

It is super easy to make. You only need 5 minutes and 5 spices to create your own batch of Pumpkin Pie Spice.

Making your own costs less than buying a jar at the store. I bet you have all of the spices in your cabinet now: ground cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, ground allspice, and ground cloves. You just have to put them together!

I also like making my own because I can make smaller batches, which helps the spices keep their flavor.

Use Pumpkin Pie Spice to flavor your favorite fall pies, breads, cookies, and cakes. You can also use it to spice up your whipped cream, yogurt, lattes, oatmeal, or roasted fall veggies. It is a great spice to have on hand during the chilly fall months.

You can also give it as a gift! I like to put the spice blend in a cute jar, like Ree’s new jars, and give them to neighbors. I usually include a loaf of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread. It is always fun to share the pumpkin love!

Make Pumpkin Pie Spice today! Happy fall baking!

If you like fall baking, you’ll love having this homemade pumpkin pie spice in your kitchen. It adds cozy autumn flavor to muffins, pies, and more!

It’s pumpkin spice season! Though I’ll never be the kind of person who runs out to get a pumpkin spice latte on the first day of fall, I do enjoy a thick slice of pumpkin bread or a puffy pumpkin muffin at this time of year. When I make these cozy fall treats, I always use homemade pumpkin pie spice instead of buying a spice mix in a jar. Why?

Well, just like when I make my own Everything Bagel Seasoning, I can control the ratios of each component. I like my homemade pumpkin pie spice to be heavy on the cinnamon and ginger, with just a little kick from allspice and cloves. The makeup of store bought pumpkin spice blends varies, so I like that when I make my own, I know how much of each spice I’m using.

I love the balance of autumn spices in the pumpkin pie spice recipe below, but if you prefer more of one spice or less of another, feel free to play with it! Adjust the proportions to create a homemade pumpkin spice blend you love. Then, have fun adding it to baked goods, hot drinks, and more all season long.

Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe Ingredients

This recipe is quick and easy to make! It only calls for 5 basic spices:

• Cinnamon – My favorite warming spice! It makes up half of this spice blend.
• Ground ginger – I love its fiery flavor with the cinnamon and other fall spices.
• Ground nutmeg – One of my go-to spices for fall baking. It’s pungent, so I just use a small amount. I don’t want it to overpower the cinnamon and ginger!
• Allspice and cloves – Like nutmeg, these guys are assertive, so you only need a little of each to add depth to your spice mix.

Find the complete recipe with measurements below.

Combine the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves in a small bowl, and whisk to combine. That’s it! Store the spice blend in a lidded container or jar at room temperature. Like other spices, it will keep for up to a year, but it will lose its potency with time. Luckily, the quantity isn’t crazy here – about 1/4 cup – so you won’t have any trouble finishing it up in one season!

How to Use Pumpkin Spice

If you like fall baking, you’ll love having this homemade pumpkin pie spice in your kitchen. Instead of measuring out 2-4 different spices each time you make cookies, pancakes, muffins, or bread, you can just add this pumpkin spice! I call for it specifically in my Pumpkin Muffins and Pumpkin Bars, but it would also be a great replacement for the spices in these recipes:

Use this pumpkin spice as a 1:1 replacement for whatever spices are in the recipe you’re making. For example, if a recipe calls for 2 teaspoons cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, you should substitute 2 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice.

Tired of pumpkin? No problem! I also love to use this cozy spice blend to season the apples in my Apple Crisp and to make Homemade Granola. It’s a great way to jazz up oatmeal or overnight oats for breakfast, too!

More Favorite Fall Treats

If you love this easy recipe, try one of these cozy fall treats next:

For even more favorite fall recipes and dinner ideas, check out this post!

Make your own pumpkin pie spice and make everything you eat taste like fall.

It’s finally autumn—yay!—and we’re here to help you out with what’s bound to be one of your most pressing seasonal conundrums: how to make homemade pumpkin pie spice. Because, let’s face it: Cozy sweaters, autumn leaves, and Thanksgiving desserts are great, but one of the biggest reasons we look forward to fall is the reemergence of the pumpkin spice craze. Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years, you’re likely aware that you can get pumpkin-spiced everything these days : pumpkin spice cake, pumpkin spice cereal, pumpkin spice cinnamon rolls, and of course, the Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks. But here’s something a lot of people don’t know—even the most die-hard pumpkin spice lovers: You can actually conjure up all that pumpkin spice magic in the comfort of your own home. And no, we’re not talking about purchasing pre-packaged seasoning. Believe it or not, it’s incredibly easy (foolproof, even!) to make a pumpkin pie spice mix right at home using five ingredients you likely already have sitting in your spice drawer. Find our homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe below, and then we’ll walk you through a few answers to your most commonly-asked pumpkin spice questions. Here’s to a season of cozy beverages, fresh baked goods, and happy hearts.

1. Combine spices in a bowl and mix well.
2. Funnel into jar or shaker and store.

What can you do with pumpkin pie spice?

You’ve learned how to make pumpkin pie spice. Congratulations! But. now what? Here are a few ideas for what to do with it.

• Brew some pumpkin pie spice-flavored coffee: Sprinkle onto your coffee grounds and brew as normal. Or, simply sprinkle it on the foam or whipped cream of your latte.
• Enjoy it in the warmer months with pumpkin pie spice ice cream: Treat your homemade spice blend as a topping for an ice cream sundae. (This is the best way to enjoy the spice well into the summer months!)
• Whip up a batch of pumpkin pie spice frosting: Fold the blend into frosting for cake or cupcakes—just be prepared for your family to ask for seconds.
• Stay healthy with pumpkin pie spice granola: Add to any basic granola recipe for a healthy treat with a homey feel.
• Bake your neighbors some pumpkin pie spice bread: Toss into any pumpkin bread recipe (or any pumpkin dessert recipe, for that matter) instead of measuring out each spice individually.
• And so much more! There’s no limit to what you can or should do with pumpkin spice. Throw it on desserts, beverages, fruit, and more.

It’s basic science, and it’s delicious.

You know pumpkin spice is the flavor of fall, but what is actually in that pumpkin spice blend, and why does it work so well? We break it all down for a closer look and teach you how to make pumpkin spice at home.

Pumpkin. Spice. Are there any other two words in the English language whose union is capable of conjuring such a rich sense of coziness? Even before summer has officially thrown in the beach towel, the mere utterance of the phrase immediately makes the air feel cooler; makes one start to daydream of vest-clad autumn afternoons spent traipsing through a technicolor wood, warm beverage in hand, breathing deeply of air so crisp it nearly crackles.

Or maybe your version of cozy is more hearth-centric, the indoor air heavily perfumed with baked goods and perhaps a roaring fire.

In either case: pumpkin spice. Raise your hand if you subconsciously reached for a soft blanket just now.

So, what it is about pumpkin spice (or pumpkin pie spice) that produces so strong an emotional/visceral reaction and has become synonymous with all that is good between September and December? Was it originally conceived by some mystical sorcerer? Are there alchemical principles involved that somehow trigger the very heart of the human condition? Or is it that cinnamon plus anything just always tastes super dope?

To get to the bottom of this, let’s take a look at what actually comprises pumpkin spice, how it is used, and explore some theories on the potential scientific reasons behind our seemingly insatiable, seasonal longing for it.

What Is in Pumpkin Spice?

Depending on what brand of pumpkin spice you are loyal to, whether Trader Joe’s, McCormick’s, any of the easy DIY pumpkin spice recipes available, or merely that you can’t get through the day without the supreme PSL, your pumpkin spice mix is likely to have a majority of cinnamon, with lesser parts nutmeg and ginger.

Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Pie Spice, $7.65 from Amazon

TJ’s adds lemon peel, cloves, and cardamom to the classic blend of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.

Other spices may include cloves, allspice, cardamom, and mace, and non-spice components may include lemon zest, salt, or sugar. These latter ingredients serve more as megaphones to amplify the flavors of the former, so let’s dig into the top three spices themselves and what makes them cohere so spectacularly.

Cinnamon

The thing that makes cinnamon taste and smell like cinnamon is its essential oil, cinnamaldehyde, which, interestingly enough, has an alternative use as a corrosion inhibitor for metals. Perhaps there’s something to this—on some level it does actually make us feel galvanized against the coming of winter.

It’s also the leader of the pumpkin spice pack, both in terms of volume—it is more heavily used in the mix than the rest, and also in terms of volume—it has the loudest taste in flavor science terminology, coming together with a hint of smoke and natural sweetness.

Ginger

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Ginger comes from the family that also gives us turmeric, so it’s no surprise that its myriad purposes also include the medicinal. So where cinnamon may shield us, ginger can heal us. It’s no wonder we start to crave it at the onset of flu season. Its flavor is the most actually spicy among the components here, lending a slightly tart and citrusy sensation that is also genuinely warming. Just add cool air for balance.

Nutmeg

Nutmeg is found within the fruit of a particular species of evergreen tree, so it follows that we are drawn to it during months when other trees go bare. Its flavor has a woodsy florality to it, with a pinch of pepper.

The result of these three together is a spice blend that has a roundness and completeness of flavor, and also of function: where cinnamon is a bark and ginger is a root, nutmeg is a seed pod—a veritable circle of life where plant-based foodstuffs are concerned.

How Do You Make Pumpkin Spice?

Simply mix all of the above together in the ratios you prefer. This version from Aliza Green adds cloves and a pinch of salt, but you could also try mace in place of nutmeg, or even a sprinkle of allspice.

With it now officially being Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere (and at Starbucks), I know that a lot of people will be doing a lot of baking with pumpkin. One of the ingredients that very often accompanies pumpkin is pumpkin pie spice.

But, don’t fret, you don’t need to run out and buy an expensive little tin of pumpkin pie spice, you can easily make your own Pumpkin Pie Spice from spices that you probably already have in your pantry at home.

The smells of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and cloves is enough to warm your house by 5 degrees on a chilly day. Don’t believe me? You’ll just have to try it yourself.

Here are a few of my favourite gluten free recipes that use this spice mix:

Feel free to check out all the pumpkin recipes I have here (there are a lot). If that’s not enough, you can find more inspiration from this gluten free Pumpkin board on Pinterest.

DID YOU KNOW: You can substitute pumpkin pie spice for cinnamon in all your favourite recipes. If you have a recipe that calls for ground cinnamon, you can simply use the same amount of pumpkin pie spice in place of the ground cinnamon to add a nice “fall flair” to your recipe.

Today I am going to show you How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix . Why spend extra money buying premade spice mixes when it is so easy to make. By simply combining 5 spices, you can quickly make this Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice mix (and save some money too!)

How much money can you save making your own Homemade Pupmkin Pie Spice Mix?

On a recent grocery store trip, I decided to check out the cost of a small jar of premade pumpkin spice.

I was shocked at the $5 dollar price tag for a little jar!

Knowing that my pumpkin baking obsession would soon start since Fall is just around the corner, I decided to make my own Homemade Pumpkin Pie spice.

After creating the recipe and doing a little math, making my own Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix came to about $0.25 for the entire jar.

THAT’S A SAVINGS OF OVER $4.75.

So, since I knew I would be making quite a few recipes containing pumpkin pie spice, I decided to make a fairly large quantity so as to not have to constantly make the mixture from scratch.

What spices do you need to make this DIY Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix?

• cinnamon
• ground ginger
• nutmeg
• clove
• allspice

What type of cinnamon can you use?

There are 3 types of cinnamon. Each variety contains different amounts of an ingredient called Coumarin.

What is Coumarin?
Coumarin is a fragrant yet toxic substance commonly found in high levels in some cinnamon varieties, particularly Cassia cinnamon. When taken in large amounts, coumarin can potentially cause liver damage. However, in small amounts, Coumarin has exhibited antitumor activities at different stages of cancer formation

• Also called as True cinnamon
• Also known as Mexican cinnamon, because Mexico is biggest importer of Ceylon cinnamon from Sri Lanka
• Made of thin, fragile layers rolled into a quill-like shape
• Has a mild, subtle sweet taste with fragrant smell
• Light brown in color
• Crumbly and easily breaks into tiny pieces
• A native plant exclusive to Sri Lanka, an island located at the tip of India, they supply nearly 90% of all Ceylon cinnamon around the world.
• Contains only 0.04% Coumarin

• Also known as Indonesian Cassia cinnamon
• A type of Cassia cinnamon that can be found in Indonesia
• Accounts for 70% of North American imports
• Contains around 4% Coumarin levels

• Also known as Vietnamese Cassia cinnamon
• Extra spicy yet sweeter in taste
• Contains high level of Coumarin at around 8%

For this pumpkin pie spice mix, I used Ceylon cinnamon as it has the most mellow flavour and will not over power any dish.

So How do you Make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix?

In a small mason jar, measure out 6 tbsp of cinnamon, 4 tsp each of ginger and nutmeg and lastly, 2 tsp of each clove and allspice. Tightly close the lid and shake vigorously until all the spices have blended.

THAT’S IT!

Now, whenever you need Pumpkin Pie Spice, you have it waiting and ready!

What can you use this Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix on?

• add it to your morning oatmeal
• add it to your coffee with a little milk to make a pumpkin pie latte
• sprinkle it on some sliced apples or bananas
• stir it into some vanilla pudding for a pumpkin kick

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DIY Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix

• Author: Mrs. Frugal
• Prep Time: 5
• Total Time: 5
• Yield: 1/2 cup 1 x
• Diet: Vegan

Description

Make this Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix today so that you are ready for all your fall pumpkin recipes.

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp cinnamon
• 4 tsp ginger
• 4 tsp nutmeg
• 2 tsp cloves
• 2 tsp allspice

Instructions

1. Place all the ingredients in a small jar with a lid (or use an old spice jar). Shake vigorously to incorporate all the spices.

Notes

• Spice mix should last at least 6 months.

• Category: Spice Mix
• Method: No-Bake
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: Allspice, Ginger, Pumpkin, DIY, Spice Mix

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Learn how to make pumpkin pie spice recipe at home when you don’t have any on hand. It only takes a few minutes to make and it’s so easy. Plus, it saves a ton of money from buying store bought.

PUMPKIN PIE SPICE Recipe

Quite some time ago, I was doing some fall baking. My recipe called for pumpkin pie spice, so I dutifully went to the store and bought pumpkin pie spice.

Of course, when I was in the midst of baking I noticed that pumpkin pie spice smelled a lot like some of the other spices I used regularly.

I instantly wondered what is in pumpkin pie spice?

When I looked at the label, I saw cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and allspice. Hmmm… I had all of those things on hand already.

Why, then, would I need to buy pumpkin pie spice if I already had all of the spices in my pantry? Why indeed.

It is crazy to think I have been spending several dollars for a little tiny bottle of this spice mix that hardly lasts any time at all! I can make so much of this at home for just a fraction of the cost.

From Pumpkin Muffin Recipe and Easy Pumpkin Chocolate Chocolate Chip Bars to Pumpkin Cookies and Pumpkin Cake. Bring on all things Pumpkin!

So… I made homemade pumpkin pie spice.

This substitute for pumpkin pie spice is amazing!

After trying several different combinations of spices, I finally found a mixture that was very much like “the real deal”. No need to spend several dollars per jar on this stuff at the grocery store!

Make your own for a fraction of the cost. If you are like me and love all things pumpkin, it is easy to go through this spice quickly.

Now if you are thinking that you don’t know how to make pumpkin pie spice, you have come to the right place!

It is SO easy, you will never buy pre-made again. It literally only takes a few minutes to make this at home.

When I make this at home, I just refill my original bottle. If you are smart and you haven’t wasted your money on store bought pumpkin pie spice (like I did), you can buy these comparably sized spice jars from Amazon.

You can make a couple of batches at once and share some of these jars with friends. Better yet, you can make extra and give these to your baking friends and relatives for Christmas!

They will love it! We came up with just the right spice mixes.

What is in pumpkin pie spice?

You can see on the picture below all the different spices in this blend. This homemade recipe is super easy.

Now that you know what is in pumpkin pie spice, it’s so simple and easy to make!

Pumpkin Pie Spice Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice

How to make pumpkin pie spice:

1. In a small bowl, mix together all ingredients.
2. Use a funnel to pour your homemade pumpkin pie spice into your jar.
   Store in an airtight container in a cool dark place. Use as you would in any recipe calling for pumpkin pie spice.

You will love this plus the cinnamon ginger nutmeg blend smells amazing!

Remember, you can use this homemade spice in any recipe that calls for pumpkin pie spice. It looks, smells and tastes just like the expensive store bought stuff. 🙂

Now that you know how to make Pumpkin Pie Spice, it’s so easy!

You will wonder why you haven’t been making this all along! It’s so inexpensive to make and tastes just like store bought.

I really am so amazed at just how easy this is and how identical it tastes to the spice blend I have been buying at the store.

This time of year, we love to make pumpkin spice latte and other recipe for pumpkin!

The crust is crimped and ready to fill. You’re in the middle of making the pumpkin custard when—gasp—you realize you’re all out of precious pumpkin pie spice. Don’t panic: Your recipe isn’t ruined just yet. Odds are you can whip up a homemade substitute for pumpkin pie spice with what you *do* have in the pantry. All it takes is a few commonplace spices like cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg. Here’s how to pull it off for all your future fall baking needs.

Ingredients

Pumpkin pie spice is really just a combination of warm ground spices you’re already familiar with. While buying it premade at the grocery store is no doubt convenient, mixing up an impromptu batch on your own is easier than you might think. If you don’t have bottled apple pie spice, which is almost identical to pumpkin pie spice (minus ground ginger), here’s what you’ll need:

• Cinnamon
• Ginger
• Cloves
• Allspice
• Nutmeg

Cardamom, star anise and mace are other popular additions, but not necessary. If you only have some of the above spices in your pantry, use whatever’s available. But always make sure cinnamon is the bulk of what you’re putting in. Ginger is the next most important, as it’s an addition unique to pumpkin pie spice. If you want it on the spicy side, use equal parts cinnamon and ginger, half as much cloves and allspice and a quarter as much nutmeg. If you want cinnamon to be the star, use one-third as much ginger instead.

Instructions

The following recipe for homemade pumpkin pie spice substitute makes almost two tablespoons of autumn magic. And all you have to do is plop the ingredients in a small bowl and stir them until combined.

1. Start with 1 tablespoon cinnamon and 1 teaspoon ginger.
2. Add ½ teaspoon cloves, ½ teaspoon allspice and ¼ teaspoon nutmeg.
3. Give it a solid stir and store in your pantry for future use.
4. Feel free to add a ¼ teaspoon of any additional spices you’d like to spike your pie with, like star anise or even black pepper.

How to Store Pumpkin Pie Spice

All you need to tuck it away in your cupboard is an airtight jar or container. It’ll keep in a cool, dry place like the pantry for up to a year or two (or TBH, even longer). But depending on how fresh your spices were when you made it or how you stored the finished product, pumpkin pie spice may start losing its flavor after a few months.

Just so you know, spices don’t really expire or go bad; they just turn a little flavorless over time. When spices are really old, they might not be as vibrant as when you first bought them either. Oxidation may turn their color a little dusty and dingy. Ideally, ground spices should be replaced every three months for optimal flavor, but it’s totally cool to use your taste buds as a guide instead of the calendar.

How to Use Pumpkin Pie Spice

Ready to bake? Here are a few of our favorite recipes that call for pumpkin pie spice. P.S., it’ll taste great in your morning coffee or latte, like a DIY PSL. Just saying.

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Pumpkin spice also commonly known as pumpkin pie spice is an aromatic spice mix that is commonly used in making a number of pumpkin recipes. Not only that I enjoy putting it on top of my cereal, cookies or bread. It has such warm notes and a very comforting feel to it. It is an easy blend of fall or winter spices. I find it handy to have pumpkin spice blend at home so that I can use regularly in my recipes.

Here are the pumpkin pancakes that I regularly make. And then there is this crowd favourite pumpkin spice latte that is superbly delicious. Of course, I make a healthier version of it, and it is a hit with everyone at home. So easy to make too.

What is pumpkin pie spice made of?

It is made of cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, ground ginger and allspice (optional). Check the recipe for the exact proportion.

Here is the simple pumpkin spice mix recipe:

Pumpkin pie spice is so easy to make and requires only a few ingredients that are probably already hanging out in your pantry. Don’t buy it ever again! Pinky promise me you’ll try making your own!

Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1.5 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• dash cayenne pepper

Instructions

Notes

Why is it called pumpkin pie spice?

Because the spices used to make it are the same used for pumpkin pie. Women who made a lot of pumpkin pies would mix up these spices in large batches to save time when it can time to whip up a pie.

What makes up pumpkin pie spice?

Similar to your favorite all-purpose seasoning, pumpkin pie spice is a blend of various warm spices. Usually cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves or allspice.

Note: my Gma had a secret ingredient in her version (truly. you need to try it!)

Pumpkin pie spice diy tips:

• Don’t worry if you are missing a particular spice. Other than cinnamon (that one IS important), the others are fairly interchangeable and you are A-okay to miss one.
• This spice mixture keeps really well and is a great candidate for a homemade gift idea from the kitchen that won’t spoil before you have a chance to gift it!
• Try something new. a wee bit of black pepper or allspice.
• Spices are always best when used fresh. Make a fresh batch each fall for the best flavor!

Libby’s pumpkin pie recipe

Please tell me you know what I’m talking about when I say. Libby’s pumpkin pie? My Gma was a great cook but until I was into my teens I didn’t know there were multiple kinds of pumpkin pies. My Gma would take out the can of pumpkin, put in a tablespoon of her homemade pumpkin pie spice, and pour it into a crust and bake it. I thought that was how all pumpkin pie’s came. out of the Libby can.

Easy pumpkin pie recipe

My favorite pumpkin pie recipe is this easy pumpkin pie recipe with a gingersnap topping. Soooo good and feels fancy :).

What can you use pumpkin pie spice for?

Oh gosh, everything!

• Homemade Latte’s
• Pumpkin Cookies
• Pumpkin pie ( I think that one is obvious :))
• Homemade pop tarts
• Homemade PB cups. no really, try this!
• Cinnamon toast
• Homemade Applesauce
• Pancakes
• Heck, try it in your next batch of curry and rice!

Learn how to make your own pumpkin pie spice in less than 5 minutes with just a few everyday ingredients. Perfect for baking all the fall treats!

When pumpkin season hits America, it hits big time. And if you’re into it, it’s pretty easy to get your fix: the flavor quickly pops up in coffee, pasta, cereal, and best of all, ALL the baked goods your heart could desire.

It’s undeniable. Fall is pumpkin and pumpkin is fall.

But, in so many cases, what we crave isn’t just that straight pumpkin fix. It’s the classic, warm, cozy spice blend that goes with it that makes you reach for the sweater and riding boots. What is that blend? Pumpkin pie spice.

What’s in pumpkin pie spice?

For something so intoxicating, this mixture is not complicated at all. Pumpkin pie spice is simply a blend of five common ground spices:

• Cinnamon
• Ginger
• Nutmeg
• Cloves
• Allspice

Of course, we can buy pumpkin pie spice in nearly any major grocery store beginning in September. (Or even August. Yikes!) But you always pay a premium for convenience. Plus it’s simply fun to kick off the season with a little DIY project. Especially one as easy as this.

Literally just measure out the spices, blend well, and store in an airtight container.

Fall, we are so ready for you!

How to store spice blends

Pro Tip: Definitely store this in an airtight container, and place that container in a kitchen cabinet, drawer, or other area away from direct sunlight. Spices deteriorate when exposed to heat, moisture, and light, which cause them to lose freshness and flavor.

If made with fresh spices and properly stored, this blend should easily last through a fall/winter season. As written, the recipe yields five tablespoons–enough for quite a few pumpkin treats–and is extremely easy to halve. Or double. Or triple! Only you know how much pumpkin pie spice you need in your life. You measure that with your heart.

Recipes using pumpkin pie spice

Obviously you can use homemade pumpkin pie spice to flavor your favorite pie, but don’t let the fun stop there! You can use it in all sorts of ways all season long.

• Pumpkin Spice Granola
• Pumpkin Pecan Streusel Muffins
• Pumpkin Peanut Butter Oat Breakfast Bars
• Bourbon and Molasses-Spiked Pumpkin Pie
• Pumpkin Bread
• Pumpkin Cupcakes
• a sprinkle in tea or coffee

Enjoy! If you make this Homemade Pumpkin Spice or any other recipe from Nourish and Fete, please rate it and leave a comment below. We love hearing from you, and other readers will benefit from your experience!

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Fall officially arrives next week, which means it’s pumpkin spice season. The seasonal flavor has been incorporated into a number of different foods over the years like donuts, pizza, ice cream, Oreos and more. However, the one popular item most can’t seem to get enough of is, of course, coffee. From Starbucks to Dunkin Donuts, there are endless options on where to get your pumpkin spice latte fix.

While most cafés are starting to open with strict safety precautions, some of us might not feel comfortable dining out just yet. Thankfully, experts over at Coffee ‘n Clothes® have given us their own PSL recipe, which is surprisingly easy to make in your own kitchen. Scroll down below and find out what ingredients you will need to make one, along with instructions on how to make it.

Ingredients

• 2 cups milk (whole, 2% or skim)
• 3 tbs. pumpkin puree
• 1 tsp. light brown sugar
• 2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 cup hot brewed strong coffee

Optional

• Sugar
• Whipped cream
• Nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for garnish

Directions

1. In a saucepan whisk together milk, pumpkin puree and light brown sugar.

2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until hot and steamy. DO NOT BOIL.

3. Remove from heat, whisk in the pumpkin pie spice and the vanilla.

4. Whisk in the coffee and continue to whisk until frothy.

5. Divide between two coffee mugs.

6. Taste and adjust sweetness to taste.

7. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.

If using a microwave

1. Pour the milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla into a microwave-safe bowl.

2. Cook for one minute to one minute 30 seconds, or until milk starts to rise up and is frothy.

3. Pour the mixture into a mug then add the coffee. Garnish with whipped cream and nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon.

What exactly is this American favourite and how can you make it yourself?

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Across the pond, as soon as temperatures drop and the leaves start to change colour, it can only mean one thing – it’s pumpkin pie spice season!

You can use pumpkin pie spice to add the flavour of autumn to all your bakes, including pies, breads and cakes

You may have sampled the flavour combo in a Pumpkin Spice Latte, but otherwise it’s not really something us Brits come across too often. Our American friends on the other hand, love this autumnal spice, and use it in everything from baking and porridge to ice cream and veggies.

Happily, this seasonal staple from the US is now set to take the UK by storm as more brands and chefs are incorporating it into a variety of food and drink. Take Baileys Irish Cream, for example, who have just created a pumpkin spice version of their popular liqueur. Delicious!

But what exactly is pumpkin pie spice? In short, it’s just a spice blend that you would typically use when making pumpkin pie. That’s right – there isn’t actually any pumpkin in it!

You can use pumpkin pie spice to add the flavour of autumn to all your bakes, including pies, breads and cakes.

You can also use this warming spice mixture to jazz up whipped cream, yoghurt, coffee, porridge, and even roasted veggies.

How to make pumpkin pie spice

While you can easily buy the pre-made spice mixture in the US, there’s no need for us Brits to miss out on all the fun. Fortunately, pumpkin pie spice is super easy to make. All you need is just a few minues and 5 spices to create your own batch of cosy, autumn flavour. Simple! In fact, you probably have all the spices you need in your kitchen cupboard already: ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and ground cloves.

To make, simply combine 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 2 teaspoons nutmeg, 1 ½ teaspoons ground allspice and1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves. Mmm. doesn’t that smell heavenly?

Of course, you can easily adjust the mixture according to taste – cinnamon lovers might want to add another teaspoon or for those who dislike cloves, you can just leave it out all together. It’s a highly versatile blend!

Try sprinkling some in your morning coffee or on roasted sweet potatoes – experiment and enjoy!

Published: September 6, 2020 . Last Updated: September 8, 2020 by: Ginny McMeans

How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice is done in minutes with ingredients you probably already have. A homemade mixed spice recipe that you can add to Pumpkin Spice Latte’s, Spiced Popcorn, Sweet Spiced Nuts and so much more!

A versatile homemade seasoning mix.

It seems like Pumpkin Pie Spice is used by the pounds in our house every year.

Between all the Pumpkin Pancakes, Spiced Pumpkin Energy Bars, Pumpkin Pie Protein Shakes, and Pumpkin Muffins there are lots of tablespoons being dispersed all over the place.

Making your own pumpkin pie spice blend is an easy foolproof way to save money too. Another bonus is that you probably already have all of the ingredients in your cupboard already.

You might even have little empty jars. I find some of mine at Cost Plus/World Market (that was just an aside). There are really a cool variety of cute little jars over there.

Mixing your own spice blends is satisfying and definitely easy. You might as well prep your home now for all the baking that is going to be going on over the next few months.

Quick table of contents

They make a lot of money in the grocery stores off of those little jars full of spice blends. You can really make many of them yourself.

Grate fresh nutmeg or use the ground nutmeg that you already have.

A couple of other mixes that I have on the blog are Homemade Taco Seasoning and Homemade Garam Masala Seasoning.

Not only is it more economical to make your own homemade pumpkin pie seasoning mix but the little filled jars are pretty too.

Go ahead and make this pumpkin pie spice mix first and get going on your baking and lattes. Go for it and make enough for the whole season!

Ground cinnamon stars in this ever-popular holiday spice mix.

Yes – every single spice. Just ask McCormick. I did 🙂

This is the most asked question. You can keep it fresh for longer than you think. 2-3 years actually and then it begins to lose its potency.

You can’t beat it! So many of these spices are good for inflammation, your brain by improving memory and having better cognitive processing,

I hate to say it’s spicy when talking about spices. But the spices that are combined in this mix are strong earthy flavors that also have a little heat. They blend really well with sweeter contrasts.

👩🏻‍🍳 How to make pumpkin pie spice

• Get out your measuring spoons.
• If you’re going to grate your own fresh nutmeg then also take out your microplane or nutmeg grater.
• Take out all of your spice jars for ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground allspice and ground cloves, nutmeg (whole or ground).
• Measure each ingredient into a small bowl. Mix thoroughly.
• Store in jars with tight lids in a cool dark place.

I go a little heavier in the ginger department than most recipes I see. That’s because it kicks up the flavor a notch and it is just plain good!

Don’t forget you can double the recipe and give away as gifts.

A little jar of spices that takes so many autumn recipes over the top.

🥧 How can pumpkin spice be used

• Don’t miss out on those delicious Pumpkin Muffins that I mentioned above.
• Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Cake can be cut into the largest pieces that you like.
• And don’t forget god old vegan pumpkin pie!
• Roasted sweet vegetables such as sweet potatoes and carrots would be delicious with a sprinkling of the seasoning mix.
• If you don’t have mashed pumpkin for your waffles or pancakes a little bit of this mix will go a long way in the batter.
• Did I mention popcorn? Whoa! Mix some with sugar and sprinkle on warm dairy free buttered popcorn.

Mix it in or sprinkle it on top.

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Such a pretty jar filled with warm autumn spices.

This delicious Pumpkin Pie Spice is a simple blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves with a few of my favorite spices added in to make the best pumpkin spice blend ever! The recipe can be scaled up or down to suit your needs and is absolutely perfect for your fall and pumpkin-based baking!

This simple pumpkin pie spice is a real flavor boost for all of your pumpkin based breads and desserts!

Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe

That delicious spiced pumpkin flavor is easier to make at home than you think! My base recipe uses the core 5 ingredients that are typically found, in some variation of quantities, in most of your commercially available pumpkin spice blends.

My added spices, if you have them on hand, can take this easy homemade spice mix from great to AMAZING! Best of all, the main ingredients are likely already in your pantry and ready to use! There’s also the added bonus that it only takes a few minutes to measure and combine before being on your way to pure pumpkin-spiced heaven!!

I don’t typically start my fall baking until the leaves are actually falling ( that’s the Minnesotan in me trying to stave off winter for as long as possible )! My friends in warmer climates, however, have no problem with anticipating the arrival of fall and all of the spectacular flavors that come along with that season.

For you, my friends and family, and everyone that is still capable of wearing t-shirts and shorts, here is my spice blend that is truly the best!

How To Make Pumpkin Spice Mix

In a small mixing bowl, combine the base spices including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves. My favorite optional spices to add-in for an amazing pumpkin spice mix include orange peel, cardamom, and mace.

You can tailor the flavor to your liking by adding more cloves, ginger, or mace. Or add more of the orange peel to enhance a citrus flavor, instead.

To tone down or soften the spiced flavor, use more cinnamon. Adding another tablespoon of your ground cinnamon will make the other spices seem more subtle.

Place the pumpkin pie spice in a spice jar or an airtight container until ready to use. Your spice blend will last up to 2-3 years when stored properly in a container with a tight-fitting lid. It is also best to store spices in a cabinet.

*Note that spices will lose flavor over time and that the 2-3 year timeline for storing your spices can be affected by how old the spices were before being combined to make this homemade pumpkin pie spice mix.

Add your pumpkin pie spices to breads and rolls, pies and tarts, pumpkin breads and muffins, cookies, coffee and so much more! Check out my latte that I topped with homemade pumpkin pie spice whipped cream!!

Basically any recipe that calls for the addition of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves – all of these spices, many of them, and in any combination – can be spiced up with some pumpkin spice. These are the ‘warm spices’ that you use all of the time when baking things like apple pies, cookies, sweet rolls, etc.

Once cooler temperatures roll around it seems pumpkin pie spice is everywhere. Lattes, desserts, breakfast staples like pancakes and waffles . you name it, there’s a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice in there.

Before you think about purchasing ready-made pumpkin pie spice mix, why not consider making your own?

There are many reasons to make your own pumpkin pie spice mix – most notably flavour and ease of preparation – so think twice before picking up a pre–made spice mix that has been sitting on the shelf for months. Your taste buds will thank you.

Learning how to make pumpkin pie spice is easy. If you are an avid baker then odds are you have the ingredients in your cupboard already.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Pie Spice

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How To Make Pumpkin Pie Spice

You can buy the spices already ground, but buy whole nutmeg and grind it yourself. Nutmeg should be ground fresh every time because its potency starts to wear off as soon as it’s in powder form. To grind it use a microplane, a small grater or a specialty nutmeg grinder.

The recipe below yields about a tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice. It is a small batch but it goes a long way since you’ll need about a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for most recipes.

Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe

• 2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp. allspice

Mix all the spices together and store your homemade pumpkin pie spice in an airtight container. Use in cakes, pies, drinks and wherever you’d like a dash of fall flavour.

Pumpkin Spice Latte

One of the best uses for homemade pumpkin pie spice mix is to make a delectable pumpkin spice latte. Here’s how to do it.

Pumpkin Pie Spice Truffles

Put your homemade pumpkin pie spice to good use by whipping up fun recipes like these pumpkin pie spice truffles.

Brandi from PopSugar Food shows you how to make them:

Dalgona coffee (the unofficial beverage of quarantine) meets the PSL in this warm-spiced treat.

It feels like years ago (it was the beginning of the pandemic) that I first tried dalgona coffee. The whipped coffee drink quickly took the internet by storm, giving us strawberry and chocolate versions, too. Now that my favorite season is upon us (yay, fall!), allow me to introduce you to your new favorite drink of the season: pumpkin spice dalgona coffee. That’s right, you can easily transform that fluffy goodness with just a bit of pumpkin spice. Don’t get me wrong, I couldn’t be happier that the pumpkin spice latte is officially back in stores, but I also can’t go shelling out the money for a PSL every time I want a coffee. If you haven’t jumped on the dalgona coffee trend yet, all it takes is whipping together equal parts instant coffee or espresso (I know, but don’t knock instant coffee until you try it this way), sugar, and water. It’s a super inexpensive way to feel like a barista in your own kitchen. And it only takes about 5 minutes to complete. Here’s how I made the pumpkin spice version of this frothy treat.

How to Make Pumpkin Spice Dalgona Coffee

These instructions make enough whipped coffee for one. Feel free to double or triple the recipe based on the amount you want. I haven’t had a chance to stock a fresh jar of pumpkin spice ($7, The Spice House) yet this year, so I made some of my own pumpkin pie spice.

1. Add 2 Tbsp. instant coffee or espresso ($5, Target), 2 Tbsp. granulated sugar, ¼ tsp. pumpkin pie spice, and 2 Tbsp. hot water to a bowl.
2. Whip the mixture 3 to 4 minutes with a hand mixer ($30, Bed Bath & Beyond) until it’s pale and cloud-like in texture, similar to the stiff peak stage of whipping eggs. It will take a little elbow grease and a few extra minutes of whipping time, but it’s also totally possible to do this by hand with a whisk.
3. After you’ve got your whipped coffee, you can optionally add 1 Tbsp. of canned pumpkin here for a more distinct pumpkin flavor and color. Quickly blend in the puree just until combined so you don’t lose the fluffiness.
4. Fill a glass with ice and your milk of choice (I used some homemade oat milk) and gently spoon the whipped mixture on top. Admire your creation before adding your straw to give it a stir. Happy sipping!

This tastes like fall in a glass. I tried making this tasty treat with and without the pumpkin puree and while they are both delicious, the one with puree to cause the whipped coffee to deflate a bit faster. To avoid losing that fluffy volume, this blogger actually stirred the pumpkin puree into their milk rather than the whipped coffee, which I think is a stellar idea. If you want to make your pumpkin spice whipped coffee a little more special, you could also add a drizzle of caramel sauce to the bottom of your glass before the milk to make it extra sweet.

Since we’re in the season of all things fall, it’s time to break out all your favorite pumpkin recipes. I’m thinking a slice of pumpkin bread will accompany my pumpkin spice dalgona coffee quite nicely.

Crisp fall mornings practically beg to be started with a PSL. The only downside? Leaving the house to get it. Luckily, Starbucks has a recipe on its website for a homemade pumpkin spice latte, starring from-scratch pumpkin spice syrup. Call it a sweater season miracle.

The pumpkin spice syrup will last you eight drinks (and would probably taste great in cold brew, too…), but this recipe only makes one 12-ounce pumpkin spice latte. So, be sure to store the leftover syrup in your fridge for future deliciousness; it’ll be good for a week.

Ingredients

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup

6 cinnamon sticks

1 teaspoon ground cloves

1 teaspoon ground ginger

2 teaspoons ground nutmeg

4 tablespoons pumpkin purée

Pumpkin Spice Latte

1 cup whole milk

1 ounce Starbucks Espresso Roast or 1 shot of espresso

3 tablespoons homemade pumpkin spice syrup

½ cup whipped cream

Directions

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup

Step 1: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a simmer.

Step 2: Once sugar is dissolved, add cinnamon sticks, ground cloves, ginger, nutmeg and pumpkin purée. Let simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 3: Remove from heat and immediately strain through cheesecloth. (Try a fine wire sieve or coffee filter if you don’t have cheesecloth.)

Pumpkin Spice Latte

Step 1: Heat and froth milk using your favorite method. (If you want an iced PSL, skip this step and add the ice before the whipped cream in Step 4.)

Step 2: Brew the espresso roast.

Step 3: Pour pumpkin spice syrup into a mug, followed by the hot espresso. Stir together.

Step 4: Fill mug with frothed milk until ¾ full, then top with whipped cream.

Step 5: Sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice and enjoy.

Need a recipe for pumpkin pie spice? Use ours.

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“Chocolate Almond” Is This Year’s Take on the “Pumpkin Spice” Hair Color – Only It’s Better

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Pumpkin spice is one the most essential fall ingredients to make your pumpkin pie recipe stand out. However, sometimes you may find yourself without pumpkin pie spice so it’s good to know how to make an alternative homemade pumpkin spice blend from scratch.

From Starbucks pumpkin spice lattes to pumpkin spice oatmeal, pumpkin spice is called for in the most popular pumpkin recipes.

What’s Pumpkin Pie Spice Made Of?

It’s a deliciously aromatic blend of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The beauty of the pumpkin spice recipe is that you can make it to your taste and reduce any flavors that you might not like or may allergic to.

And if you don’t have all the ingredients for the pumpkin pie spice, you can substitute it by using any of the ingredients below. You won’t get the full effect of the pumpkin spice recipe, but you’ll get pretty close.

Cinnamon- This is the most important spice in the pumpkin spice blend and the recipe won’t be the same without it. In my opinion, cinnamon is the foundation for this pumpkin pie spice mixture.

Ginger- Ginger is a root but it is one of the ingredients for pumpkin spice. It has a lot of health benefits and it’s also great for curries, if you like making them. Ground ginger is readily available on Amazon.

Nutmeg- This has a very distinctive flavor. You can buy it whole and and ground it as needed, or you can buy powdered nutmeg on Amazon.

Cloves– this is a versatile spice that can be used to season pot roasts, add flavor to hot beverages and bring spicy warmth to cookies and cakes.

Allspice- This is a spice made from the dried berries of a plant known as pimento. It’s not a very common pantry item but once you have it, you can make a realistic pumpkin spice blend that tastes just like the real thing.

You might be wondering if allspice is the same as pumpkin spice. It is not the same, but it does add the distinctive flavor that pumpkin pie spice has.

If you don’t have allspice, you might wonder ‘what is a substitute for allspice?’

• 3 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tsp ground ginger
• 2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 1/2 tsp ground allspice
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cloves

Mix these spices together in a small bowl and store the mixture in a clean small jar or a small container.

Now that you have a batch of homemade pumpkin pie spice, you can check out these pumpkin recipes.

To fully get ready for fall pumpkin recipes, ensure you make a batch of DIY pumpkin puree.

This delicious Pumpkin Pie Spice is a simple blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves with a few of my favorite spices added in to make the best pumpkin spice blend ever! The recipe can be scaled up or down to suit your needs and is absolutely perfect for your fall and pumpkin-based baking!

This simple pumpkin pie spice is a real flavor boost for all of your pumpkin based breads and desserts!

Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe

That delicious spiced pumpkin flavor is easier to make at home than you think! My base recipe uses the core 5 ingredients that are typically found, in some variation of quantities, in most of your commercially available pumpkin spice blends.

My added spices, if you have them on hand, can take this easy homemade spice mix from great to AMAZING! Best of all, the main ingredients are likely already in your pantry and ready to use! There’s also the added bonus that it only takes a few minutes to measure and combine before being on your way to pure pumpkin-spiced heaven!!

I don’t typically start my fall baking until the leaves are actually falling ( that’s the Minnesotan in me trying to stave off winter for as long as possible )! My friends in warmer climates, however, have no problem with anticipating the arrival of fall and all of the spectacular flavors that come along with that season.

For you, my friends and family, and everyone that is still capable of wearing t-shirts and shorts, here is my spice blend that is truly the best!

How To Make Pumpkin Spice Mix

In a small mixing bowl, combine the base spices including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves. My favorite optional spices to add-in for an amazing pumpkin spice mix include orange peel, cardamom, and mace.

You can tailor the flavor to your liking by adding more cloves, ginger, or mace. Or add more of the orange peel to enhance a citrus flavor, instead.

To tone down or soften the spiced flavor, use more cinnamon. Adding another tablespoon of your ground cinnamon will make the other spices seem more subtle.

Place the pumpkin pie spice in a spice jar or an airtight container until ready to use. Your spice blend will last up to 2-3 years when stored properly in a container with a tight-fitting lid. It is also best to store spices in a cabinet.

*Note that spices will lose flavor over time and that the 2-3 year timeline for storing your spices can be affected by how old the spices were before being combined to make this homemade pumpkin pie spice mix.

Add your pumpkin pie spices to breads and rolls, pies and tarts, pumpkin breads and muffins, cookies, coffee and so much more! Check out my latte that I topped with homemade pumpkin pie spice whipped cream!!

Basically any recipe that calls for the addition of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves – all of these spices, many of them, and in any combination – can be spiced up with some pumpkin spice. These are the ‘warm spices’ that you use all of the time when baking things like apple pies, cookies, sweet rolls, etc.

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Learn how to elevate a basic DIY pumpkin pie spice blend with these simple tweaks.

The temperature is finally slinking downwards and the leaves are beginning to pack it up for the year, which means that the inevitable pumpkin-spice-everything-everywhere thing is running full riot. While I refuse to shame anyone for their pumpkin spice lattes, it is kind of a bummer that the Autumn Industrial Complex has co-opted pumpkin pie’s mix of spices and applied them to everything from Peeps and Pringles to “spray-on spice” and Spam. It is a magical combination of flavors that runs the risk of becoming tired and trivialized by indiscriminate use.

And because of that, I say it’s time to reclaim pumpkin spice. Skip the strange pumpkin-spice-themed products and make your own blend to use at home. Of course, you can buy pre-made pumpkin pie spice from the spice aisle, but there are good reasons to go the DIY route.

Why make your own spice blend?

• Since spices fade in flavor as they age, if you already have the required spices on hand, it’s better to use them up instead of buying more of the same in a blend. This way, you avoid doubling up on spices you may already have.
• You can make smaller batches than the standard three or four ounces of a commercial jar of spices, which might last for years and become a wan version of its former vibrant self.
• You can customize the blend to your liking and/or the use you intend it for.
• It’s one less jar in the trash.

The basic pumpkin pie blend

I consulted my trusty 1997 edition of The Joy Of Cooking for the ingredients in their basic Pumpkin Pie recipe. It calls for this:

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves or allspice

While this is to actually add to the pie mix, you can simply mix the spices together – making as big or little a batch as you like – and use it in a variety of other applications: Stir into vanilla ice cream or coconut yogurt, add to a basic muffin recipe, sprinkle into oatmeal, mix into sugar cookie dough, use it for cinnamon toast with a twist, blend into cream cheese or buttercream, add to a smoothie, use with winter squash . you can even add it to pumpkin pie, brilliant, right?

How to make the best pumpkin pie spice

The classic mix above is delicious, but there are tricks to make it even better.

Play with the ratio
Since taste isn’t one size fits all, feel free to play around with the ratio. Since I am a certified nutmeg freak, I use more nutmeg than cinnamon. It still has the pumpkin spice vibe, I just prefer it that way. Jiggle the ratios to make it perfect for your palate.

Mix it up
Don’t be afraid to add other flavors in there as well. While it’s possible to overpower the pumpkin-pie-ness of the blend with strong flavors, adding little twists can really make it sing. Try cardamom or a bit of vanilla bean; give it a kick by adding pink pepper or cayenne; for color and and an earthy taste, try adding turmeric, which is especially good for sweet-savory uses like butternut squash soup. In general, the basic blend plays nicely with other flavors.

Use whole spices
When possible, use whole spices that you grind or grate at home. Whole spices hold on to their flavor longer and are more potent when freshly ground. If you have a dedicated electric spice grinder, you are in luck, but many of the spices called for can be ground by hand in a mortar and pestle. Since I am a nutmeg fiend, we keep a $5 ceramic ginger grater (as you can in the photo above) with a nutmeg seed always ready to go in the spice drawer. If you love a spice, finding a way to grind it at home is a game-changer.

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My favorite Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe is made with real pumpkin, your choice of milk (dairy or plant-based), and naturally sweetened with just a hint of maple syrup. So tasty and ready to go in 5 minutes!

It’s that time of year again! ♡

Okay okay, I know that we’re still officially a few weeks away from the beginning of fall. But this past weekend, the weather majorly cooled off here in Barcelona and it seemed like the perfect time to break into my inaugural can of pumpkin purée for the season. And the first thing that I found myself craving was none other than…a nostalgic pumpkin spice latte. Well, make than an iced pumpkin spice latte, because while I’m apparently ready for pumkin season, I can’t quite let go of my iced summery drinks quite yet.

I have to admit, though, that I have become quite picky over the years when it comes to PSLs. As much as I credit Starbucks with the introducing us all to this now infamous drink, the original version is far too sugary for me to handle nowadays. And while Sbux’ version was modified in 2015 to finally include (granted, a very tiny amount of) actual pumpkin purée in the drink, I like making my drink with a legit spoonful of pumpkin in there, plus a hint of vanilla, pumpkin pie spice and (yes) sea salt to bring out the pumpkin’s coziest flavors. Together, the combo yields my idea of the perfect iced pumpkin spice latte that’s full of nostalgic fall vibes without the usual subsequent sugar crash. And, of course, the homemade pumpkin spice latte has the added bonus of being considerably more affordable than the coffee shop version.

Feel free to customize your own with whatever type of coffee (espresso or brewed coffee), milk (dairy or plant-based), and whipped cream (optional but delish) you prefer. And in less than 5 minutes, this delicious drink can be yours to enjoy in no time.

Cheers and enjoy, everyone!

Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients:

Here’s a quick overview of the pumpkin spice latte ingredients that I like to use to make this recipe:

• Espresso: Either two shots of espresso or about 1/2 cup of extra-strong brewed coffee. Caffeine or decaf is up to you!
• Milk: Feel free to use whatever kind of milk you prefer here. I usually make my lattes with oat milk nowadays, but just about any milk will work.
• Pumpkin purée: I just use canned pumpkin purée, but you can use homemade pumpkin purée if you happen to have some on hand. (Please note, though, that this is different than canned pumpkin pie filling, which includes extra sweeteners and spices.)
• Maple syrup: This is also my preferred natural sweetener for this recipe, the amount of which you can adjust to taste. That said, feel free to use whatever sweetener you prefer in this recipe.
• Vanilla extract: Just a little hint to add some warm vanilla flavor to your latte.
• Pumpkin pie spice: Which you can either purchase store-bought or mix up yourself.
• Sea salt: Just a tiny pinch of sea salt, which will help to bring out all of these delicious flavors.
• Ice: To make that PSL iced! 😉

How To Make An Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte:

I like to blend all of the ingredients for this iced pumpkin spice latte together briefly in a blender so that the pumpkin purée is extra smooth and well-combined. But if you prefer to skip that step (and save washing your blender), you can alternately just whisk all of the ingredients together in your glass, add in your ice, and serve! Be sure to give your latte a quick taste too, before adding the ice, so that you can add extra maple syrup if needed. Full instructions included in the recipe below!

More Favorite Iced Drinks:

Looking for some more fun iced drinks to try? Here are a few of my faves: