Description
This homemade pumpkin pie spice blend is a quick, easy mix of warm, aromatic spices perfect for baking, seasoning, or adding a cozy fall flavor to any recipe. It combines cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and a pinch of black pepper for a balanced and flavorful spice mix that lasts for up to two years when stored properly.
Ingredients
Spices
- 3 Tablespoons (21g) ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons (5g) ground ginger
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons (4g) ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon (3g) ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon (2g) ground allspice
- Pinch ground black pepper (less than 1/8 teaspoon)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk all of the ingredients together in a small bowl, ensuring the ground ginger is well mixed to remove any clumps.
- Store the Spice Mix: Pour the spice mixture into a jar with an airtight seal, using a small funnel to avoid spills if desired.
- Storage and Shelf Life: Store the mixture at room temperature in a dry place such as a cupboard or pantry. The spice blend will last up to 1–2 years, matching the expiration of the individual ground spices.
Notes
- Make sure to whisk thoroughly to avoid any clumps, particularly from the ground ginger.
- Use an airtight container to maintain freshness and flavor longevity.
- This spice blend is versatile and can be used in pies, lattes, cookies, muffins, and more.
- Buy all spices at once to ensure equal freshness for the blend.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Spice Mix
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
