This homemade pumpkin spice recipe comes together in just 5 minutes. No need to buy any from the grocery store anymore, because now you will have your own blend of spices at home! This is perfect for pumpkin season. baking, and so much more.
This homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe takes individual spices to create your own spice blend. And chances are, you already have these spices in your pantry!
All you need are 5 simple ingredients and just 5 minutes. It's that easy!
Looking for pumpkin desserts? Then check out these: pumpkin muffins, pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, and pumpkin cheesecake bars.
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Why You'll Love This Spice Blend
- All you need are simple spices.
- You can use it in all of your favorite pumpkin recipes.
- It's cheaper than the store-bought version.
- It will make good use in all of your fall baking!
Having your own spice blends, especially during the holiday season, will save you so much time and money!
And, when placed in these cute jars, they make for the perfect gift.
Ingredients Needed
Here are some notes on the ingredients we'll be using. For the full ingredients list, look at the recipe card below.
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground ginger
- Ground nutmeg
- Ground cloves
- Ground allspice
For all of these spices, choose your favorite brand.
Instructions
Here are the step by step instructions on how to make your own pumpkin pie spice blends.
Step 1: In a small bowl, mix together all of the spices with a whisk until thoroughly combined.
Step 2: Place the spice blend in an airtight container or jar. Feel free to store it in your spice drawer or any dark place.
Uses For Pumpkin Spice
If you love making your own pumpkin spice lattes, you could easily use this homemade pumpkin spice to add a pinch or two to your coffee. Any hot drink really!
I have this pumpkin spice banana bread that's topped with a pumpkin spice sugar. It's so delicious!
Here are just some of my recipes that use this spice:
Storage Tips
This pumpkin spice mixture will stay fresh for 1-2 years, depending on the expiration of the spices.
Be sure to keep them stored at room temperature in a dry place.
Expert Baking Tips
- Spices: You want all the spices you're using to be finely ground. Whole spices won't work.
- Expiration Date: Before you start, check the freshness of your spices. If they're expired. then they won't work for your spice blend.
- Supplies: Here are the jars I used. It comes in a pack of 4. And then these chalkboard labels are my favorite. They also come with pens!
Recipe FAQs
It consists of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. I added allspice to add another layer of flavor.
Originally, it was meant to flavor your favorite pumpkin pie recipe. Now, it's used in so many fall and pumpkin desserts.
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Happy Baking!
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Recipe
Equipment
- Small Jar
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients together. Store your homemade pumpkin spice in an airtight container or in a jar.
- This will last in your pantry, if kept airtight, for up to 2 years.
Every fall I make a few batches of this pumpkin spice recipe in order to get ready for all of the fall baking!