Our Pumpkin Pie Spice recipe is a combination of several spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and allspice. These spices have been used in baking for centuries and are known for their warm and comforting flavors.
You can purchase pre-made Pumpkin Pie Spice, or you can make your own at home using fresh or ground spices with our recipe below.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Pumpkin Pie Spice is a classic blend of spices that is perfect for adding warmth and flavor to your fall baking. This versatile spice mix is commonly used in pumpkin pie, but it can also be added to other baked goods, such as cookies, muffins, and bread.
Our homemade pumpkin pie spice substitute is made with simple, whole spices that you probably already have in your pantry. It's easy to make and it will keep for up to 6 months in an airtight container.
Ingredients You'll Need
This DIY pumpkin baking mix recipe is perfect for making in the fall when you're in the mood for all things pumpkin.
- Cinnamon - Ground Ceylon cinnamon is sweeter than Saigon cinnamon.
- Ginger - Ground.
- Nutmeg - Ground.
- Allspice - Ground.
- Cloves - Ground. Use a light hand, as too much clove can make your pumpkin spice substitute bitter.
PRO TIP: Nutmeg has a casing, that is dried and ground and sold as Mace. A pinch of Mace is transformative to your baking. You don't find it in many pumpkin pie spice blends anymore, simply because it's costly, and it has fallen out of fashion. But, you will LOVE it!
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How To Make Pumpkin Spice Mix
Making your own pumpkin spice baking mix is liberating. You can adjust the ratios to get your blend just the way you like it!
Measure The Spices
- Measure all the spices into a bowl. Take notes if you make any changes to the recipe so that you can replicate it.
Mix The Spices and Store
- Mix the spices together until well combined.
- Store the pumpkin spice substitute blend in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
Uses For Pumpkin Spice Blend
When using our pumpkin spice substitute in baking recipes, you can use the same amount of the store-bought spice. For example, if a recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, you can use 1 teaspoon of your homemade pumpkin spice.
And, this warming spice blend is not just for pie! Use it in making pumpkin cookies, pumpkin bread, and pumpkin pancakes!
Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few delicious variations using this pumpkin spice recipe.
- You can add a little ground clove to your pumpkin spice blend also, but use a light hand, as it's very strong.
- Mace is often overlooked. It's the outer covering of the nutmeg, and a small amount added to your spice blend will elevate anything you bake. It's not included in store bought blends, as it's quite expensive.
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Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this blend of homemade pumpkin pie spice.
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Tips for Success
- You can also use this spice blend for pumpkin pie spice in non-baking recipes, such as coffee, yogurt, or oatmeal.
Storage Options
- Store your pumpkin spice mix in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
n some recipes yes. You can use pumpkin baking mix in place of cinnamon in most baking recipes. However, keep in mind that pumpkin pie spice has a more complex flavor than cinnamon, so you may want to adjust the amount of spice you use accordingly.
If you want to make your pumpkin spice mix more potent, you can add extra cinnamon, ginger, and a little mace to your spice blend. You can also start with whole spices and grind them yourself for optimum freshness and strength.
Yes! You can change the spice ratios or add other spices to your pumpkin spice to create your own unique flavor profile.
More Delish Ideas
Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe
Equipment
- Spice Jars and Labels Set
- Wood lid Spice Jars, 8 oz
Ingredients
- 7 tablespoon cinnamon
- 5 teaspoon ginger
- 4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoon allspice
- 2 teaspoon cloves
Instructions
- Measure all the spices into a bowl. Take notes if you make any changes to the recipe so that you can replicate it.7 tablespoon cinnamon, 5 teaspoon ginger, 4 teaspoon nutmeg, 2 tablespoon allspice, 2 teaspoon cloves
- Mix the ground spices together until well combined.
- Store your spice blend in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Notes
- When using pumpkin spice blend in baking recipes, you can use the same amount of the store-bought spice. For example, if a recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, you can use 1 teaspoon of your homemade pumpkin spice mix.
- You can also use this substitution for pumpkin pie spice in non-baking recipes, such as coffee, yogurt, or oatmeal.
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