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    Home » Recipes » How To Make Pumpkin Pie Spice

    How To Make Pumpkin Pie Spice

    Sep 22, 2019 · Modified: Mar 1, 2020 by Mackenzie Ryan · This post may contain affiliate links | Disclosure policy in footer.

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    Whether you’re making a pumpkin spice latte, popcorn, or oatmeal, this homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe is the best.

    A jar of homemade pumpkin pie spice surrounded by whole spices.

    Did you know that by the time you get store bought pumpkin pie spice home, the spices are usually already over a year old? If not closer to two.

    Did you also know that dry spices have a shelf life of only one year? This doesn’t make sense does it? That’s why it is important to know how to make pumpkin spice at home so you have better control over the quality and flavor of your favorite recipe calling for pumpkin.

    What Is In Pumpkin Pie Spice?

    This simple spice blend is traditionally made of cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg, with some variations calling for allspice. These “warm” fall spices are easy to find both whole or ground in the grocery store, with the exception being the ground ginger. (Also called powdered ginger.)

    Ground spices next to each other in a bowl.  Each spice is labeled.

    How To Grind Spices

    Since you can buy most of these dry spices whole, this is the way I recommend going. It only takes a few extra minutes to grind the spices, and it completely changes the game for how effective and flavorful spice mix is. This is easily done with an electric appliance or a mortar and pestle.

    My favorite way to grind spices is with the dry container for my Vitamix, however this is only really useful if you are making large batches. . If you want to go another route, I recommend using a basic level coffee grinder like this. If you keep it separate from your normal grinder, you won’t deal with flavor cross contamination with your morning coffee. Once you have finely ground cinnamon, you can make the ground cloves, etc…  

    After, all the spices are ground, just wipe it out the grinder with a slightly damp paper towel. Don’t forget to get the underside of the blades as well! 

    Since nutmeg can’t be ground in a grinder, use a simple citrus zester one gets the job done easily. Just make sure to do it over a container that it is easy to get the ground nutmeg out of for measuring.

    In the picture below you can see the difference between the freshly ground and what you get from the store. This homemade pumpkin spice is a little more coarse, but it also doesn't clump. It is also more vibrant than the store bought because it isn't stale and oxidized.

    Whether you’re making a pumpkin spice latte, homemade pumpkin spice popcorn, or just plain pumpkin pie, this homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe is the best.  There are so many uses, from desserts to muffins, cakes and cookies to smoothies.  One you know how to make your own mix at home, you'll never buy McCormick's again.  This easy homemade diy blend is a need to have for your pantry!  #autumn #fall #pumpkinspice #pumpkin #baking #recipe #gourmet #homemade #diy

    Ways to Use This Homemade Spice Mix

    Beyond simple pumpkin pie, this spice mix can be used on almost any recipe calling for pumpkin. Additionally, it can be used for making anything flavored like autumn. For some great recipes that utilize this inviting spice blend, check out this list of my favorites below.

    • Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew
    • Pumpkin Overnight French Toast with Pecan Praline Topping
    Homemade pumpkin pie spice spilling out of a jar onto a piece of wood.

    Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe

    Keep in mind that if you went the route of grinding whole spices, this pumpkin spice recipe will be much more potent than the store bought version. To keep from overwhelming what you’re cooking, start by adding in only ¾ of what the recipe calls for, then taste test it and add additional if needed.


    Thanks so much for stopping by!

    Happy Cooking! 🙂 

    A small spice jar filled with homemade pumpkin spice blend next to the ingredients for making it.
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    Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

    This flavorful blend of freshly ground spices is warm, comforting, and perfect for all your autumnal recipes.
    Course: Condiment
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Mackenzie Ryan
    10
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
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    Ingredients

    • 5 teasooons ground cinnamon
    • 1 ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
    • 1 ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, (about ½ of a whole nutmeg)
    • 1 ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
    • 1¼ teaspoon ground ginger

    Instructions

    • Using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder, grind the cinnamon, cloves, and allspice.  Put them in a small bowl and set aside.
    • Using a fine zester, grate the fresh nutmeg into the mix and add in the ground ginger.  
    • Stir the spices together and store in an airtight container.  

    Notes

    Make sure to put an expiration date of 6 months from when you made it.  Keep it in a cool, dark place to help prolong its shelf life.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 3kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg
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