You can buy Pumpkin Pie Spice, but it's incredibly easy to make at home with ingredients you already have in your pantry! This recipe makes about 5 Tablespoons of Pumpkin Pie Spice, which might be enough for all of your fall baking. But it's also easy to whisk together a batch whenever you need more.
Try your homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice in these Sourdough Discard Muffins, Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Dinner Rolls, and these Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Bagels.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- This is an easy recipe that comes together with pantry staple ingredients you likely already have at home. No need to buy a special spice mix!
- One batch of this Pumpkin Pie Spice will be enough for several fall baking recipes!
- Pumpkin Pie Spice is a versatile baking ingredient used in breads, rolls, waffles, bagels, cookies, and more!
Ingredients
There are only a few pantry staples you'll need to create this spice mix at home.
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Ground ginger
- Ground cloves
- Allspice
Using fresh, high-quality spices will make a big difference in the taste of your final spice mix. If you have spices that have been in your pantry for years, I'd recommend starting fresh for the best taste and flavor!
See full recipe below for detailed directions.
Substitutions & Variations
Since this is a spice mix, there is only so much that you can adjust. Here are a few ideas to try:
- Adjust the amount of each spice - If you find that you like a little more cinnamon or a little more nutmeg, for example, you can add a bit more to the mix! This is very customizable in that way.
- Add ground black pepper - If you want a little more kick, add ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper to the mix.
I have not tested this recipe with other variations, but if you do, let us know how it turns out in the comments! I always love to hear how you're adapting these recipes and use those as ideas for future recipes as well!
How to make Pumpkin Pie Spice
It's really as easy as adding to a bowl and mixing!
- Step 1: Add your spices to a small mixing bowl.
- Step 2: Mix until combined.
Expert Baking Tips
- Using high-quality spices will make a big difference. If you've had spices in your pantry for years, it might be time to start fresh!
- This mix will last you all baking season, and you can always make more when needed.
- Make sure to store this mix in an airtight jar or container at room temperature (like in your pantry).
How to Use Pumpkin Pie Spice
Pumpkin Pie Spice is a common ingredient in many fall recipes, including a few This Jess Cooks favorites:
- Sourdough Discard Muffins
- Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Dinner Rolls
- Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Bagels
- Sourdough Discard Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Often, using the mix as an ingredient is easier than listing out the individual spices in every recipe, every time!
Equipment
You'll need a small mixing bowl, a whisk, and an airtight jar or storage container. I like to store spice mixes in mini Weck Jars (because they're beautiful!) or mini mason jars, but any airtight jar or container would work well!
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Beautiful, decorative jars for your special spice mixes.
Storage
Room Temperature Storage: Store Pumpkin Pie Spice in an airtight container at room temperature. Spice blends keep their flavor for up to 2 years!
Recipe FAQ
Spice blends keep their flavor for up to 2 years, so you can make some now and use it all baking season!
Yes! You can easily customize this recipe and adjust ingredients if you like more cinnamon flavor, or more nutmeg, for example.
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon allspice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Store in an airtight jar or container at room temperature and use as needed!
Jessica Vogl says
I never seem to have Pumpkin Pie Spice on hand, so I love that I can make it myself! It's so easy and delicious. I'll never go back to buying store-bought!