Pumpkin Spice Recipe. There’s nothing more disappointing than being hungry for something and not having the ingredients to make it. We had a little dip in temperatures last week and all I could think about was oatmeal, and how wonderful it would taste with just a little sprinkle of fall happiness on top. To save you the agony and disappointment as well, here’s a basic pumpkin spice recipe to keep on hand.
Pumpkin Spice Recipe
- 3 Tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
- 2 Teaspoons Ground Ginger
- 2 Teaspoons Ground Nutmeg
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Ground Allspice
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Ground Cloves
Measure out each spice and combine. Place in a clean air tight jar for storage.
Check Your Spice Dates
This is the perfect time to go through your spices and discard those that have expired before you go to the store to make your own pumpkin spice recipe. I thought I was getting better about checking the dates on my spices, but still found one that expired in two years ago.
Spices are expensive, but using the freshest ingredients will make a huge difference in the foods you prepare.
Once you make your own fresh pumpkin spice you’ll never want go back to buying pumpkin spice off the shelf. You can also adjust the ingredients, a little more of this and a little less of that, is perfectly alright for your baking needs.
Pumpkin pie spice became popular in the 1950s and 60s along with cake mixes for the busy housewife. Now we’re busier than ever but appreciate fresh ingredients more.
Even if you’re not a pumpkin fan there are amazing ways to use pumpkin spice in so many recipes.
Spice up your Life
- Pancakes and waffles
- Oatmeal
- Granola
- Banana Smoothie
- French Toast
- Cookies
- Coffee latte
- Hot Chocolate
- Spice Cake
- Scones
I could get so carried away with this if I had time!
I always have fun with food photo shoots but taking photos of these spices took this experience to a whole new level. The intense aroma of the open spices on the table was intoxicating. All I could think about was what recipe I would make first with my pumpkin spice.
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Hope you enjoy the fall season. Leave a comment for me. I want to know what’s your favorite fall recipe, using pumpkin spice?
Try this fall favorite too Apple Crisp Recipe!
Cheers!
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Julie Briones says
This is great! You always think of wonderful things to post and share! Hugs!
Michelle Meyer says
Thanks Julie! These kinds of posts are so much fun!
Crissy says
Love the post! Somewhere I have a great recipe for pumpkin oatmeal. It never occurred to me I should make a big batch of pumpkin spice to have on hand!
Michelle Meyer says
I added pumpkin spice to oatmeal this morning. So yummy, then I had to turn on the air conditioner and cool off! Can’t wait for fall to get here!
Pat M. says
Coffee. Love my pumpkin spice coffee.
Michelle Meyer says
Pat that sounds wonderful! Happy fall!
French Ethereal says
I see a pumpkin bread in my future! I like all of your pumpkin spice ideas, Michelle!!! Thank you for the recipe as I was just thinking about that at Whole Foods yesterday while wandering their spice isles. 🙂
Hugs,
Barb 🙂
Michelle Meyer says
Pumpkin bread sounds so good right now. Half of my pumpkin spice is already gone! Thanks for leaving a comment Barb! 🙂
Barbara at Mantel and Table says
Fabulous! I never thought about making my own spice mixes, but now I definitely will! I can just imagine how wonderful your kitchen smelled! 🙂 Thanks for the great inspiration!
Michelle Meyer says
I had a tiny amount of pumpkin spice in my coffee this morning and it was so delicious. Hope you’ll try it Barbara!
Janet Lorusso says
There is nothing like the smell of fall spices! And your beautiful photography makes me want to add this spice mix to my kitchen immediately, Michelle. Thanks for the inspiration!
Michelle Meyer says
Thank you for your sweet comments Janet! Hope you will enjoy having a batch to bake with thru the holidays!