Pumpkin Pie Spice
This easy pumpkin pie spice recipe is made with 5 pantry spices and takes 5 minutes to mix. Use it in muffins, pies, coffee, and more.
5 Minute Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe
We’ve been making our own pumpkin pie spice for years. It’s way cheaper than store-bought, and you can adjust it depending on what you like (or what you’ve got in the pantry).
I keep a small jar of it in the cabinet year-round. It goes in everything from pumpkin muffins and pumpkin pie to our homemade pumpkin spice latte and that random loaf of pumpkin bread I always bake in August.
This recipe is what I’d call a small batch. It makes a few tablespoons which is enough to last through the fall if you aren’t making pumpkin recipes everyday. But I’ll walk you through how to scale it down too, in case you just need enough for one recipe.
Want to try other spice blends too? Check out our apple pie spice or DIY taco seasoning.
What’s in Pumpkin Pie Spice?
It’s a mix of warming spices that give pumpkin dishes that wonderful fall taste. The base is always cinnamon, with ginger, nutmeg, and either allspice, cloves, or both depending on who you ask.
My spice blend uses:
- Ground cinnamon.
- Ground ginger.
- Ground nutmeg.
- Ground allspice.
- Ground cloves (optional, but I use it when I have some handy).
There’s no actual pumpkin in pumpkin spice. It’s only the dry spices that goes with pumpkin.
How to Make a Small Batch
This version makes a few tablespoons, which is enough for several recipes.
- 6 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 4 teaspoons ground ginger
- 4 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons ground allspice
- 2 teaspoons ground cloves (optional)
Toss everything in a bowl or a jar with a lid. Stir or shake until it’s all mixed up. That’s it. You’re done.
Only Need 1 Tablespoon?
If your recipe calls for exactly 1 tablespoon, use this:
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves (optional)
Stir everything together and you’re good to go!
Can I make pumpkin pie spice without allspice?
Yes. Just leave it out or add a little extra nutmeg or cloves. It won’t taste exactly the same, but it’ll still work.
How to Store It
Keep your homemade pumpkin pie spice in a jar or small airtight container. I just reuse old spice bottles or small mason jars. Label it so you don’t mistake it for fajita seasoning (voice of experience here).
Shelf life: It stays good for about 6 months if your spices were fresh when you mixed them. After that, it won’t go bad exactly, but it’ll lose flavor.
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Ingredients
For 1 Tablespoon:
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves, optional
For a Small Batch:
- 6 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 4 teaspoons ground ginger
- 4 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons ground allspice
- 2 teaspoons ground cloves, optional
Instructions
To Make 1 Tablespoon:
- Add all ingredients to a small bowl. Stir to combine.1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon½ teaspoon ground ginger½ teaspoon ground nutmeg¼ teaspoon ground allspice¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- Use immediately or store in a labeled jar or spice container.
To Make a Small Batch:
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl or glass jar with a lid. Stir or shake until evenly mixed.6 tablespoons ground cinnamon4 teaspoons ground ginger4 teaspoons ground nutmeg2 teaspoons ground allspice2 teaspoons ground cloves
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 6 months.
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Hi, I’m Kimberly Vargo! Comfort food is at the heart of everything I make like easy dinners and sides to desserts, cocktails, and condiments. A lot of my inspiration comes from old family recipes, personal favorites, and vintage cookbooks.
