Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend
Last Updated on August 27, 2025 by Jamie Saechao
Learn how to make your own homemade pumpkin pie spice blend for all of your fall baking needs!
I was whipping up a batch of my delicious sourdough pumpkin scones when I noticed my pumpkin spice was running low. I quickly realized, however, that I had all the ingredients to throw together my own small batch pumpkin pie spice recipe.
This easy recipe will save you a trip to the grocery store when baking fall goodies like muffins and quick bread. It’s so simple to make and stores as well in an airtight container.
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Ingredients
Check the expiration dates on individual spices before mixing the spices together. To get the most out of your custom blend you will want to use fresh spices. You will need:
- 3 TBSP ground cinnamon
- 2 TSP ground ginger
- 1 TSP ground cloves
- 1.5 TSP ground nutmeg
- 1 TSP ground allspice
- Black pepper (just a tiny pinch!) *optional
Kitchen Notes: This homemade spice also makes a perfect holiday gift. Add a cute gift tag and fill the jar your DIY pumpkin spice blend for an aromatic, helpful seasonal gift!
How To Make Your Own Pumpkin Pie Spice
Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl. Whisk well with a fork or small whisk, making sure all clumps are broken up.
Storage
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 years! Make sure to store in a cool, dry place for best results.
Uses
You can use this seasonal blend in any recipe that calls for pumpkin pie spice. Simply substitute the same amount of your custom homemade blend for the amount that is called for in the recipe, in a one-to-one ratio!
Here are some cute spice jars that would work well for storage.
Here are a few of my favorite recipes that use pumpkin pie spice:
- Pumpkin streusel muffins
- Sourdough pumpkin muffins
- Pumpkin chocolate chip bread
- Sourdough pumpkin bread
- Sourdough pumpkin scones
You can also add this blend to pumpkin spice lattes, hot chocolate, and tea!
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Recipe
Equipment
- 1 small bowl
- 1 jar with lid for storage
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1.5 tsp ground cloves
- 1/8 tsp black pepper optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together all of the spices with a fork or small whisk until all clumps are removed and spices are blended.3 tbsp ground cinnamon , 2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground allspice , 1 tsp ground nutmeg, 1.5 tsp ground cloves, 1/8 tsp black pepper
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- Black pepper is optional but adds that kick of flavor to pumpkin spice.Â
- To get the most out of your blend, use fresh spices.Â
We were out of pumpkin spice and this worked perfectly thank you!