Pumpkin Pie Spice

5 servings

60 minutes

Pumpkin pie spices are a fragrant blend that has become an essential ingredient in American cuisine. Its origin is linked to traditional autumn celebrations, especially Thanksgiving when pumpkin pie takes center stage on the table. The flavor of this blend is warm, rich, and spicy with subtle woody and sweet notes. Cinnamon adds softness, nutmeg depth, ginger a slight heat, and cloves and allspice add zest. This blend is perfect not only for pumpkin pie but also for other desserts like cookies, cakes, and even hot drinks like lattes. Storing in an airtight container preserves freshness and richness of aroma, allowing enjoyment of autumn spices year-round.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 20.7
• Proteins: 0.6g
• Fats: 0.9g
• Carbohydrates: 2.8g

Ingredients

• Ground ginger: 1 tsp
• Ground nutmeg: 1 tsp
• Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
• Ground allspice: 1 tsp
• Carnation: 1 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Crush the allspice and cloves in a mortar to a powder.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground allspice: 1 teaspoon
   • Carnation: 1 teaspoon

2. Mix with the other ingredients.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground nutmeg: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground allspice: 1 teaspoon
   • Carnation: 1 teaspoon

3. Store in an airtight container in a dry place.