I’ve always had a bit of a problem with buying pumpkin pie spice. Why should I spend the extra money when I already have the spices in my pantry?! After all, there’s no need to buy another new bottle of spices when I can easily make my very own substitute for pumpkin pie spice right at home – right?!

But wait – let’s back up a sec.

What is pumpkin pie spice?

Well, It’s the blend of spices that were traditionally used to flavor pumpkin pie, but have gone on to flavor everything from cake to coffee to dog treats (yes, the dog treats are for real!)

Pumpkin spice lattes? They’re so not about the pumpkin, my friends. They’re about the spice.

I suppose more abstract definition of pumpkin pie spice would be “fall in a bottle.” See also: “Pure autumn magic.”

What spices are in pumpkin pie spice?

I use just four ingredients for homemade pumpkin pie spice:

  • Ground cinnamon
  • Ground ginger
  • Ground nutmeg
  • Ground cloves

That’s it! Okay, I might also add a smidge of allspice if I’m feeling it. Others might throw in a bit of mace or cardamom.

It’s so easy to throw together, and, yeah – definitely convenient for when you’re making all those wonderful fall-ish pumpkin recipes.

Oh, and if you’re feeling especially DIY-ish today, how about making your own homemade pumpkin puree while you’re at it? Also totally worth it!

Save money and make your own pumpkin pie spice mix with the spices you already have in your cupboard! Includes small-batch instructions for those times when you just need a bit for one recipe #pumpkinspice #fall

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Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Author: Kare
Yield: 8 tablespoons
Save money and make your own pumpkin pie spice mix with the spices you already have in your cupboard!

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice (optional*)

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix all spices together.
  • Pour into an airtight container (a spice funnel or even a regular funnel helps keep the mess in check).
  • Use anytime a recipe calls for pumpkin pie spice mix - or even in most pumpkin recipes that call for similar spices.

Notes

* Definitely optional, but I love the earthiness it adds. So if you have some lying around, why not?!

NEED LESS PUMPKIN PIE SPICE?

Because of the smaller quantities, these aren’t perfect ratios when compared to the original recipe – but they’re close (and will still taste great!)

1 TEASPOON

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/8 heaping teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/8 scant teaspoon cloves

2 TEASPOONS

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/4 heaping teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon cloves

1 TABLESPOON

  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 26kcal, Carbohydrates: 7g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 48mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin A: 22IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 79mg, Iron: 1mg

Save money and make your own pumpkin pie spice mix with the spices you already have in your cupboard! Includes small-batch instructions for those times when you just need a bit for one recipe #pumpkinspice #fall

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