Pumpkin Pie Spice

This Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice recipe is a blend of warm fall spices you likely already have on hand!

Pumpkin Pie spice is perfect for fall baking but can be used all year long. Swap it out for cinnamon or other warm spices in your favorite recipes.

It’s the perfect way to give your fall baking that unmistakable spiced flavor.

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What is in Pumpkin Pie Spice?

There are only a handful of spices used to make homemade pumpkin pie spice. Traditionally, allspice and ginger were used to flavor pumpkin, and cinnamon is a popular addition to the blend.

It’s perfect in a PSL and delicious in pies, cakes, and muffins.

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Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice is Best!

Spices can remain in the cupboard for about 2 years (I admit I definitely keep some longer than that). Use individual spices you already have to make your own pumpkin pie spice.

Spice blends can be expensive and this blend uses spices you likely have on hand already.Mixing spice blends is an easy way to enjoy new flavors without having to buy tons of different bottles!

How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice

It is truly so easy to prepare this dry pumpkin pie spice mix!

Simply whisk the spices together (per the recipe below).Store this mix in an airtight container or glass jar for lasting freshness.

How to Use Pumpkin Pie Spice

This recipe will make enough pumpkin pie spice for all of your fall and pumpkin treats.

Substitute pumpkin pie spice in place of cinnamon or nutmeg in your favorite fall recipes.Sprinkle it on top of a pumpkin spice latte for some warm fall flavor.Add it to pumpkin pie, apple pie or your favorite desserts.Stir it into frostings or whipped cream.