How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix

By Diana Rattray

Updated 05/11/18

pumpkin pie spice
Diana Rattray

This is an essential spice blend to have on hand for fall and winter baking. Use it in any recipe that uses a combination of these spices. Pumpkin pie is the most obvious choice, but it's also a great spice blend to use in spiced cider or tea, sweet potato pies, and a variety of cakes and cookies.

Follow the formula below to make enough pumpkin pie spice for a recipe or make it in larger amounts to store in your pantry for fall baking.

Pumpkin Spice Mix

2 teaspoons

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger, ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, ground

1/2 cup

  • 1/4 cup ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground allspice
  • 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg

1 cup

  • 1/2 cup ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons ground allspice
  • 2 tablespoons ground nutmeg

Combine the spices in a small bowl or cup and stir or whisk to blend thoroughly. Transfer to a small, clean spice jar or canning jar and store in a cool, dark place.

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