Fall’s Favorite Spice
If you have ever found yourself craving a batch of pumpkin cookies only to realize you’re out of pumpkin spice, this recipe is for you! It uses just four pantry staples and takes seconds to whip together. You’ll never need the store-bought version again! Pumpkin pie spice is a blend of warm, sweet spices, including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and (sometimes) cloves. Many people are surprised to learn that this spice blend doesn’t actually contain any pumpkin; instead it gets its name because it pairs so well with pumpkin. It’s such a winning combination that you’ll find it has permeated nearly every single household item– from candles to sodas and even dog food! Of course, you’ll also find it in many of my pumpkin recipes.
Why you should make your own:
Versatile: can be used just like the pre-made stuff. Scales easily: make a double or triple batch so you have plenty for the whole season. Giftable: such a cute homemade gift, especially with my free gift tags (linked in the recipe)! Cost effective: so much cheaper than buying the store-bought version! Quick & easy: just measure your spices and whisk them together.
What You Need
You only need four basic pantry spices to make this easy recipe: SAM’S TIP: Some recipes also include ground cloves, but I found them to be too overwhelming. I felt they created more of a gingerbread flavor. If you really love the flavor of cloves, you can add up to ¾ teaspoon to your seasoning, but I feel that the best version is a pumpkin spice without cloves! Remember, this is just an overview of the ingredients I used and why. For the full recipe please scroll down to the bottom of the post!
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice
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