Pumpkin Spice Blend
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
21 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Pumpkin Spice Blend
Description
The Pumpkin Spice Blend is made by whisking together ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice until evenly combined. These traditional spices provide a balanced warmth and depth, with cinnamon as the dominant flavor, accented by the sharpness of cloves and the earthy tones of ginger and allspice.
The mix, totaling about 5 tablespoons, can be stored in an airtight container or jar in the pantry for up to one year. Over time, the potency of the spices will diminish, so checking the blend after six months helps ensure flavor strength. Starting with freshly opened spices prolongs shelf life.
This spice blend is versatile and commonly used to season pumpkin pies and other autumnal recipes, or as a gift when made in larger quantities.
To prepare larger amounts, simply multiply the ingredients to suit gift-giving or bulk storage needs.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cloves ground
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions
Makes 5 tablespoons
- Add all the spices to a bowl or jar.
- Whisk all spices together until they are fully combined.
- Store in a jar or airtight container in your pantry for up to 1 year.
Notes
- Store the spice blend in an airtight container in your pantry for up to one year.
- Check potency after six months and replace if necessary to maintain flavor strength.
- Use freshly opened spices initially to extend the blend's shelf life.
- Tripling the recipe makes a nice edible gift for holidays like Christmas.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 21 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 21kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 53mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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