What better way to welcome fall than a sprinkle of the fresh homemade pumpkin spice mix over your baked goods and drinks? Did you know that this spice mix needs only five basic spices you probably already have in your pantry?
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One of my absolute favorite things about fall is pumpkin spice, gingerbread spice, chai spice, and my holiday spice mixes. And I've always had these in my spice cabinet ever since I can remember. I make them myself and from whole spices. Learned the value of whole spices from my mom. She always made her own... every single one of them.
The next time you need a spice mix look in your own cabinet before you look at the supermarket spice rack. Chances are you have everything you need to make your own. The best is that you can make your own variations - use less or more of what you like or don't like.
About this spice mix
Of course, it's really very easy to just get this off the shelf and that's ok but when you make your own? It's a great way to add a little personal touch. Originally, this spice has only five main spices - cinnamon being the most dominant, then the nutmeg, and ginger. Clove and allspice are usually quite strong in flavor so a little goes a long way. I like to add a dash of cardamom and just a hint of pepper. Can't explain why but it just works.
The spice is really not much in quantity. Why? Well, these spices once ground should not be kept around for too long. This recipe makes a little over a ¼ cup but, guess what? that works for one whole fall. And next year, I will make a fresh batch again. If you need inspiration on how to use this I have over 25 pumpkin-inspired recipes that use this mix.
Step by step instructions
from powders
- In a small bowl, combine all the powdered spices well. Use a small whisk to ensure everything is well combined.
- Store in an air-tight spice jar for up to 3 months.
from whole spices
- Prepare all your ingredients measured in advance.
- Add the whole spices in a frying pan on low heat for a minute. Keep the heat on low and lightly shake the pan to toast them.
- Take it off the heat and let cool until barely warm.
- Place all the whole and powder spices in a spice grinder.
- Pulse it a few times until finely ground.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Storage
- Always store in an airtight jar to ensure the flavor of the spices is sealed in well.
- Ideally, these spices have a long shelf life - but it's best to make a note on the jar so you know when its time to make a new batch.
- Read the expiry date on the powders you used - choose the one with the earliest date as a guide.
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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix
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1 lb = 453 grams, 1 cup = 240 ml, 1 stick = 113g, 1 tbsp= 15 ml, 1 tsp= 5 ml,
Ingredients
For ground spices
- 3 tablespoon Cinnamon (powder)
- 1 tsp Clove (powder)
- 2 tsp Nutmeg (powder)
- 2 tsp Ginger (ground)
- 2 tsp Allspice (powder)
- ¼ tsp Black pepper (powder(optional))
- ½ tsp Cardamom (powder (optional))
From whole spices
- 1 stick Cinnamon Stick (5 inch long)
- 10 Cloves
- 1 tablespoon Nutmeg (fresh grated)
- 2 tsp Ginger (ground)
- 5 Allspices (whole)
- 10 corns Peppercorns
- 5 Green cardamoms
Instructions
from powders
- Store in an air-tight spice jar for up to 3 months
from whole spices
- Prepare all your ingredients measured in advance
- Add the whole spices in a frying pan on low heat for a minute. Keep the heat on low and lightly shake the pan to toast them
- Take it off the heat and let cool until barely warm
- Place all the whole and powder spices in a spice grinder
- Pulse it a few times until finely ground.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Recipe Notes & Tips
- Always store in an airtight jar to ensure the flavor of the spices is sealed in well.
- Ideally, these spices have a long shelf life - but it's best to make a note on the jar so you know when its time to make a new batch.
- Read the expiry date on the powders you used - choose the one with the earliest date as a guide.
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Arnette
That is so weird that I just made pumpkin spice. I did not know it was so easy. I always buy but had none at home and wow. I'm never buying it again.
Veena Azmanov
I know what you mean. Many do not realize it's so simple. Thanks Arnette
Betsy
I am from India.in the pumpkin spice mix what is this all spice powder
Veena Azmanov
Betsy this is the recipe to make the pumpkin spice mix. You mix all the powders and the mixture is called pumpkin spice. Just like we make garam masala. It's a blend of all the different powders. See the recipe below.
Catherine
This is a pantry staple during the holiday season. I always make my own..so easy and convenient to have on hand. Love your tips for the whole spice mix!
Veena Azmanov
Yeah for me too. Love having it at home during this season.
Denay DeGuzman
I love this beautiful recipe for homemade pumpkin pie spice mix! It's so warm and flavorful. And I love that when you make it yourself you can change the flavor balance so it turns out exactly how you love it to taste!
Veena Azmanov
Absolutely, Denay. I love making them at home so I can add my own zing.
Jenni LeBaron
I agree that making your own spice mix is better! I appreciate that you gave advice for powdered mixes and also from making it from whole.
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Jenni. Happy you found it useful.