Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix

Pumpkin pie spice is a combination of 5 pantry-friendly, tasty spices for all your favorite autumn-flavored pies, cakes, biscuits, and other snacks. It can be mixed in less than 5 minutes! It adds a warm and cozy flavor to those delectable treats that your family will enjoy all year round.

Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe Ingredients

This recipe is quick and easy to make! It only calls for 5 basic spices that can be reduced to 4.

1. Ground Cinnamon: Extracted from the inner bark of a variety of Cinnamomum tree species. It’s an aromatic condiment and flavoring in several cuisines, including sweet and savory dishes, breakfast cereals, snack foods, tea, and traditional foods.
2. Ginger Powder: This type of spice comes from the dried ginger root, which was pounded to create a slightly brownish color with a pungent scent and flavor. Ginger powder is easy to store and has a one-year shelf life.
3. Ground Cloves: Known for their aroma and warming flavor that pumpkin pie and spice cake will not be the same without.
4. Nutmeg: Produced from the seeds of a tropical evergreen tree in the Myristicaceae family. It has a strong aroma and a warm, slightly sweet flavor.
5. Allspice: From the tropical Pimenta dioica tree, which produces a dried brown berry. This spice is optional, but like nutmeg, is super flavorful!  So a small quantity is all you need to add depth to your spice blend.

How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Miz

The best part is how simple it is: just mix them all together! Add all of the spices to a large bowl and thoroughly combine them. A small bowl is ideal if you are making a small amount. However, if you want more, mix the spices in a separate container before transferring them to the jars to ensure even distribution of spices is acquired.

What Are the Health Benefits?

The spices in pumpkin pie spice are not just tasty, but great for out health, too. Now you can justify that slice of pie and pumpkin spice latte as health foods.

1. Cinnamon can help keep blood sugar levels in check and is anti-inflammatory. 
2. Ginger aids digestion and has antioxidants that can reduce cell damage.
3. Nutmeg can help sleep and protect against cancer and heart and liver disease.
4. Allspice is antimicrobial and antibacterial and may help with menopause symptoms.
5. Cloves can also help with digestion and relieve digestive ailments. They’re also great for oral health and can even relieve pain.

How to Store Spices Correctly?

Storing spices correctly can be overlooked, but it’s key! Spices can go stale and lose flavor, and even mold, if exposed to air or moisture or if kept for too long. One quick test on how well spices are stored is to smell how fragrant they are. If when you open a spice jar, it emits little to no fragrance, the spice his likely lost flavor too. At that point, it might be best to dispose of or compost them.

But don’t be discouraged! Spices are still some of the longer-lasting ingredients in your kitchen. They can stay fresh for months to years, if stored properly. For pumpkin pie spice, I keep the spice mix in an airtight sealed container at room temperature for several months. Glass jars with tight lids are a great storage option. And labeling the jars keeps everything organized and can add a great aesthetic. The last thing you want is to forget what’s in your jar and accidentally pour pumpkin pie spice into your chili (although, hmm, maybe??) or taco spice into your pie or pumpkin smoothie (that’s an easy no!)

The simple rule is take care of your spices, and your spices will take care of you, giving you fresh, delicious flavors with each recipe.

How to Keep the Flavor Long Lasting?

Spices lose their flavor when exposed to air. To maintain optimum taste, keep them sealed in a moisture-free environment. Follow these tips to ensure high-quality spices are enjoyed for a longer time:

Do’s

1. Store your spices in a cool and dry place. The ideal temperature is about 70° F.
2. Use opaque containers and put a label. Exposure to light can alter the flavor of spices over time and cause them to age more quickly.
3. Check your spices frequently. Having well-organized, properly labeled containers will encourage you to use them more often.

Don’ts

1. Avoid storing spices near the stove in cabinets. I completely understand the need for easy-access to ingredients. However, heat destroys spices by drying out the oil that gives them their distinct flavor.
2. Don’t store spices near a window that exposes them to direct sunlight.
3. Keeping in the fridge or freezer won’t necessarily preserve the flavor and make spices last longer. When the spices adjust to room temperature, it can cause condensation, which potentially can lead to mold or affect the flavor.
4. Don’t use wet or damp spoons to measure spices. Moisture and spices don’t mix unless in a recipe! Moisture in your spice jar can cause your spices to harden and solidify or to mold and spoil.

Serving Suggestions

Now that you have delicious pumpkin pie spice mix, here are some favorite ways to use it:

• Pies: A classic Pumpkin Pie (that’s vegan!), Pumpkin Chocolate Pie, or these adorable Mini Pumpkin Pies.
• Cozy Breakfasts: Pumpkin Waffles or Pancakes are always a win, or spice up Pumpkin Oatmeal or Pumpkin Overnight Oats, or go crunchy with Pumpkin Granola.
• More Baked Goods: From Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies to Pumpkin Bread, Pumpkin Cake (or Cupcakes!) to Pumpkin Scones. And Pumpkin Brownies to Pumpkin Bread Pudding.
• Snacks: Use it as a variation for this Chai Spiced Popcorn, or add to Pumpkin Stuffed Dates, Pumpkin Muffins, or Pumpkin Pudding.
• Savory: We tend to think of pumpkin spice as sweet, but it can swing savory, too! Use it on Air Fryer Pumpkin or even a sprinkle in this Pumpkin Chili.
• Drinks: Delicious from a Pumpkin Pie Smoothie or a Spiced Permission Smoothie, to a Vegan Pumpkin Spiced Latte, or even a twist on Mulled Apple Cider.

More Kitchen Staples Recipes

Salads

Vegan Caesar Dressing

Vegan Appetizers

Homemade Chili Lime Seasoning (Tajin)

Vegan Sauces & Condiments

Basil Salad Dressing

Vegan Lunches

Egg Flavor Seasoning

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