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Make a batch of this Apple Pie Spice Recipe with just cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, then add it to all your fall baking projects and maybe even your morning latte.
Homemade apple pie spice is one of the simplest spice blends around. My version is just 3 common pantry spaces that you can mix up in a minute or less. Then, put it to work in desserts like apple pies, cakes, and cookies, oatmeal and overnight oats, and on top of hot drinks. It adds a warm, fruity taste to anything it touches.
Many versions of apple pie spice use cardamom which adds a floral, citrusy flavor. I love cardamom, and I think it works well in this homemade spice blend, but I left it out of the recipe because itโs not common and you would use only the tiniest bit. However, if you already have it on hand, please feel free to add a pinch.
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Recipe ingredients
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Equipment and ingredient notes
- Spice jars: If youโre seeking Spice Peace, see my post on the Best Spice Jars and bring calm and relaxation to your spice rack.
- Allspice: Just have allspice berries on hand? Grind 1 tablespoon whole allspice berries to get about 1 tablespoon ground allspice.
- Nutmeg: Whole nutmeg berries are easy to grate if you have a microplane tool or nutmeg grater.ย
Instructions
- In a small bowl, or a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Store covered up to 6 months.
Recipe tips and variations
- Yield: This apple spice recipe makes 7 ยฝ teaspoons of apple pie spice.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in a dark, cool place for up to 6 months.
- Drinks: Sprinkle apple pie spice mix over your morning coffee, Apple Cider, Hot Chocolate, or Cranberry Apple Cider.
- Gift-giving:ย Buy spices in bulk and make a big batch. Fill up some cute glass jars and tie a scrap of ribbon around each for instant friends and family gifting.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice: This easy pumpkin spice recipe is made with ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground allspice, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg.
- More apple recipes: Try apple pie spice in the Best Apple Pie, Cranberry Apple Sauce, Applesauce, Apple Cobbler, Apple Crisp, Apple Strudel, and Apple Cider Donuts. You can also try a pinch in savory dishes such as Pork Cutlets with Apples.
Frequently Asked Questions
Apple Pie Spice is always made with cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Some variations include cardamom, ginger, or cloves.
Many apple pie spice recipes add a pinch of ground cardamom. I omitted it in my recipe because it isnโt a common pantry space and you need just the tiniest amount. If you would like to try the floral, citrusy flavor, and a pinch of ground cardamom to your apple pie spice.
Substitute 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and a pinch each of ground allspice and ground nutmeg.
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Apple Pie Spice Recipe
Ingredientsย
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon ground allspice (see note 1)
- 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (see note 2)
Instructionsย
- In a small bowl, whisk together cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg. Store covered up to 6 months.
Notes
- Allspice: Just have allspice berries on hand? Grind 1 Tbsp. whole allspice berries to get about 1 Tbsp. ground allspice.
- Nutmeg: Whole nutmeg berries are easy to grate if you have a microplane tool or nutmeg grater.ย
- Yield: This recipe makes 7 ยฝ tsp. or 15 (1/2-tsp.) servings.
- Storage: Store in a dark, cool place for up to 6 months.