This pumpkin pie spice blend is so delicious. It’s so easy to make and much cheaper than buying at the store! It’s perfectly balanced with not too much nutmeg or cloves, and it’s just heavenly in pumpkin and fall recipes. Easy to make in larger quantities.
Why is this the best pumpkin pie spice blend?
- This is the most perfect pumpkin pie spice with the perfect balance of flavor.
- So many store bought spice blends are super heavy on nutmeg and cloves, but this blend uses them for warmth and depth of flavor.
- It’s easy to customize this recipe based on your own personal tastes.
- It stays fresher than a store bought spice blend.
- It’s cheaper, too! And scaleable to your needs.
How to make your own spice blend
It takes no time at all to make a batch of this fall spice blend. Simply mix the spices together and place in an airtight jar.
What is in pumpkin pie spice?
Pumpkin pie spice is a traditional American spice mix that is used as an ingredient for pumpkin pies. It has be come synonymous with all things fall and is commonly used in everything from coffee, to cheesecake to bread. The ingredients in this spice blend are:
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
- ginger
- cloves
How do you store the spice blend?
To prolong the life of this pumpkin pie spice mix, it should be stored in airtight containers in a cool and dry place – either a kitchen cupboard or pantry. I like using glass jars like these, so that you can easily see what’s in them.
How long does a homemade spice blend stay fresh?
Make sure that you are using fresh spices when you make your blend. If stored properly, it will keep for up to 6 months. Before using the blend, check that it isn’t stale and that it still has a strong aroma.
Top Tips for Making Pumpkin Pie Spice
- The recipe below makes enough for two teaspoons of the blend, it’s easy to double it to make a bigger batch that will last all fall long!
- To check if your spice is stale, sprinkle a little in the palm of your hand, rub and smell. The aroma should be strong.
- Store the spice bland in an air tight container like this.
Be sure to check out these recipes that use pumpkin pie spice
- Whole30 Pumpkin Spice Creamer (vegan)
- Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake
- Paleo Pumpkin Breakfast Bake
- Paleo Cheesecake Stuffed Pumpkin Bread
- Paleo Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
- Paleo Cheesecake Stuffed Pumpkin Bread
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Pumpkin Pie Spice
This pumpkin pie spice blend is so delicious. It's so easy to make and much cheaper than buying at the store! It's perfectly balanced with not too much nutmeg or cloves, and it's just heavenly in pumpkin and fall recipes. Easy to make in larger quantities.
Ingredients
Basic blend:
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ginger
- 1/8 tsp cloves
Recipe Notes
Quantities for a larger blend to keep on hand:
4 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cloves
Use the field by “Servings” in the recipe card to increase quantities as needed. “One” serving makes a little less than 2 teaspoons.
Wow! Thank you for this recipe. I’ve always been making my own spice mix for pumpkin pies. But I never store it, I just make a small portion just before baking.
Yay!