How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice

Updated September 10, 2019

A container of spices next to three measuring spoons

Pumpkin pie spice is an essential ingredient for fall baking, and it’s so easy to make yourself—you probably already have all the ingredients in your spice cabinet. So give this recipe a try, and you’ll be ready to add it to absolutely everything—no judgements here!

What do Impossibly Easy Pumpkin Pie, Squash Blossoms, Morning Glory Muffin Squares and Caramel-Spice French Breakfast Muffins all have in common? Pumpkin pie spice as an ingredient, that’s what! A staple spice of many fall favorites, this fragrant blend is incredibly easy (and economical) to make at home.

To start, you’ll need all of three minutes and the following ingredients: 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, 1 ½ teaspoons ground allspice and 1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves. Mix the spices together in a small bowl and take a little whiff. (Smells like heaven, right?) Store the mixture in a clean small jar or spice container. See? So easy.

Now that you have a fresh batch of homemade pumpkin pie spice at your disposal, test it out in any of these top-rated recipes.