How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice at Home for Perfect Fall Baking

Pumpkin pie spice is incredibly easy to make at home using just a few common ground spices you can find at any grocery store. If the store shelf is empty, don’t worry—you can mix up a fresh batch in minutes and keep your favorite pumpkin recipes on track.

Want ideas for using pumpkin pie spice? Try it in pumpkin granola, Halloween Chex Mix, or pumpkin waffles to add warm autumn flavor to breakfasts and snacks.

bowl of spices

Making your own pumpkin pie spice is quick and satisfying. Each season it’s common to find jars sold out, but with basic pantry spices you can recreate the blend yourself. A homemade spice mix fills the house with a warm, cozy aroma and gives you control over the flavors.

5 small bowls filled with different spices

Spices Needed for Pumpkin Pie Spice

You only need five ground spices to prepare a classic pumpkin pie spice blend. These are likely already in your pantry; if not, they’re easy to find individually. For this blend you will need:

  • ground cinnamon – the base and most prominent flavor
  • ground ginger
  • ground nutmeg
  • ground allspice
  • ground cloves

See the recipe card below for exact measurements and yield.

bowl of spices

Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe

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Pumpkin Pie Spice

Pumpkin pie spice combines warm, aromatic spices—cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves—for a balanced, cozy blend perfect for baking and beverages.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
0 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
4 tablespoons
Calories:
23kcal
Author:
Sarah Alvord, Feeding Your Fam

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions

  • Combine all spices in a small bowl and whisk until evenly blended. Transfer the mixture to a small jar with a tight-fitting lid and store in a cool, dark, dry place. Use within a year for best flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 23kcal
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Carbohydrates: 6g
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Protein: 0.4g
Course: Spice Mix
Cuisine: Spice Mix
Keyword: Pumpkin Pie Spice
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