Whip up this easy pumpkin spice mix for all of your autumn baking \u2013 it\u2019s a great way to add warm and cozy fall flavor without affecting your macros!<\/p>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHave I ever mentioned that I love pumpkin? Pumpkin Donuts<\/a>, Pumpkin Larabar Bites<\/a>, Pumpkin Swirl Black Bean Brownies<\/a> \u2026I could go on and on!<\/p>\n While pumpkin in and of itself is AMAZING, I think it\u2019s the pumpkin spice taste that I really love. The warm, rich flavors just make it feel like fall.<\/p>\n Since pumpkin spice is my favorite fall flavor, it makes sense to have the spice mix on hand for all my fall baking. And instead of running out to buy an expensive little container at the grocery store, I make pumpkin pie spice on my own!<\/p>\n Pumpkin spice includes warm and cozy spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Ginger and cardamom round out the seasoning with a sharp, pungent flavor.<\/p>\n So why make pumpkin pie spice yourself?<\/p>\n One of the first lessons of my course <\/em>Grocery Budget Bootcamp<\/em><\/a> is to substitute with what you already have on hand to help you save money, and making your own spice blends is a great way to do that!<\/em><\/p>\n Enrollment is currently closed, but check out my <\/em>FREE Fight Inflation Workshop<\/em><\/a>. You\u2019ll get access to three AMAZING video sessions focused on how to save money on food right now, despite rising grocery costs.<\/em><\/p>\n This homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe calls for 5 simple and common ingredients. If you don\u2019t have one of the ingredients, you can always skip it this time around. But a true pumpkin spice substitute will include all of these ground spices. While spices tend to have long lasting expiration dates, fresher spices will yield the best flavor.<\/p>\n If you look at the label of pumpkin pie spice at the store, you might also see ground allspice as an ingredient. This ground-up berry tastes like a mix of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.<\/p>\n Since those flavors are already in this pumpkin pie spice recipe, I\u2019m skipping the allspice \u2013 and saving money by NOT buying another ingredient! If you already have it, you can add \u00bc teaspoon to your pumpkin pie spice along with the other ingredients.<\/p>\n Making your own spice blends is really one of the easiest things you can do in the kitchen!<\/p>\n Step 1. Combine all ingredients in a small glass jar<\/a> or small bowl. Shake or stir well to mix.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n Store in an airtight container with your other spices in a dry place like your spice cabinet or drawer. I like to use a repurposed jar (here\u2019s how I remove labels<\/a>).<\/p>\n Use within 6 months. Makes approximately 2 teaspoons.<\/p>\n For a larger batch of pumpkin spice, you need the following ratio: 1 part nutmeg, 1 part cloves, 2 parts ginger, 4 parts cinnamon, and \u00bc part cardamom. For example, you could do 1 Tbsp of nutmeg, 1 Tbsp of cloves, 2 Tbsp of ginger, 4 Tbsp of cinnamon, and \u00bc Tbsp (\u00be tsp) of cardamom, and you\u2019d end up with just over \u00bd cup of seasoning.<\/p>\n Having this homemade spice mix in your pantry means you can make Pumpkin Pie<\/a> with pumpkin pie spice or other yummy pumpkin recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n Try even more pumpkin pie spiced goodies with these beverages and snacks!<\/p>\n You can also use a homemade pumpkin spice blend in any recipe that calls for ground cinnamon and one or more of the other spices in the mixture. Just substitute an equal amount.<\/p>\n One of the best parts about using a seasoning blend is that it doesn\u2019t drastically change your macros. But you can use it to really bump up the flavor!<\/p>\n Looking for a protein-filled fall snack? Try Greek yogurt<\/a> with pumpkin spice mixed in, or make High Protein Pumpkin Overnight Oats<\/a>.<\/p>\n Have room in your macros for healthy fats? How about Pumpkin Spice Creamer<\/a> in your coffee?<\/p>\n And if you want to add it to carbs, Roasted Butternut Squash<\/a> with a sprinkle of pumpkin spice mix is a sweet and savory side, or make a pumpkin version of your morning bowl of oatmeal<\/a>.<\/p>\n Want to learn more about macros, nutrition goals, and accurately tracking what you eat? I\u2019m a board-certified fat loss and nutrition coach, helping women 35+ lose weight and have more energy without giving up the foods they love. <\/em>Grab my free guide here<\/em><\/a> to start achieving your real body goals today!<\/em><\/p>\n As I\u2019ve just demonstrated here, you can whip up your own pumpkin pie spice mix quickly! If you don\u2019t have one of the 5 spices listed, but you do have cinnamon and at least 1-2 of the others, you\u2019re good to go!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Allspice is a ground-up berry that tastes like a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, but it\u2019s just one spice. Pumpkin pie spice is a mixture of 5 different spices, with a larger portion of cinnamon flavor.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n This recipe makes 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice, and there are 3 teaspoons in 1 Tablespoon. So, making a 1.5x batch will give you about a Tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Here are some of my other favorite homemade spice mixes:<\/p>\n Download the top 15+ recipes that are on repeat in my house, making it easy to feed my family AND meet my protein goals!\n\t\t\t\t <\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Tiffany<\/span><\/p>\n Whip up this easy pumpkin spice mix for all of your autumn baking \u2013 it\u2019s a great way to add warm and cozy fall flavor without affecting your macros!<\/span><\/p>\nWhat are the spices in pumpkin spice?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
WHY MAKE PUMPKIN SPICE<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWHAT IS IN PUMPKIN PIE SPICE MIX?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nHOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN PIE SPICE<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What about a larger batch of the pumpkin spice recipe?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nMAKE PUMPKIN PIE WITH PUMPKIN PIE SPICE<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nMORE YUMMY PUMPKIN PIE SPICED TREATS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nPUMPKIN PIE SPICE RECIPE FAQS<\/strong><\/h2>\n
What can I use if I don\u2019t have pumpkin pie spice?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What is the difference between allspice and pumpkin pie spice?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
How do you make 1 Tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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