Apple Pie Spice Mix | This spice recipe is so quick & easy, just mix the five spices together and use it right away. The warm flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cardamom will bring cozy vibes to all of your fall baking, so add it in your apple pies, oatmeal, pancakes, muffins or cookies.
Homemade spice mixes are one of my favorite kitchen hacks.
Spice blends are easy to make, can be customized very easily and are more inexpensive than buying a mix, especially if you have a well stocked pantry.
This apple pie spice blend recipe is definitely one of my favorite homemade spice mixes, right up there with my Pumpkin Pie Spice mix.
You can use this spice mix in a variety of fall inspired recipes, including apple pie of course, pancake & waffle mixes, cookies, oatmeal, and overnight oats.
One of my favorite ways to use this spice blend is on toast. Spread a slice of toasted sourdough bread with peanut butter, sprinkle apple pie spice mix on top and then add a sliced banana and hemp hearts. Try it out!
Ingredients
See the recipe card below for exact amounts.
- ground cinnamon
- ground nutmeg
- ground allspice
- ground ginger
- ground cardamom
Instructions
How to make spice blends at home.
- Measure all of the spices.
- Mix the spices together in a jar with a lid.
- Label the jar and store for 6 months in a cool, dark place.
Quick Tip: I use mini mason jars for my spice mixes. I label them with a Sharpie Pen and Washi Tape. Washi Tape removes very easily.
Variations
You can leave out or adjust the amounts of any spices according to your preferences. If you prefer baking without cardamom, simply leave it out.
Storage
Store this spice mix in a sealed container. Homemade spice mixes keep for about 6 months stored in a pantry.
Recipe Tips
EXPERT TIP: Double or triple the recipe to making baking quicker next time!
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What to serve with this recipe
- Cinnamon Twists – Use apple pie spice instead of the cinnamon in the filling for these delicious twists
- Butterscotch + Cinnamon Coffee Cake – Use this apple pie mix instead of the cinnamon in this cake
- Apple Pie Overnight Oats
Apple Pie Spice Blend
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
Instructions
- Measure the spices in a bowl and mix together.
- Transfer to a jar with a lid and label the jar. Use within 6 months or so for the freshest flavors.
Notes
Nutritional information is an estimate. Values vary based on products used. Read our full Nutrition Disclaimer.
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Recipes FAQs
Apple Pie Spice blends usually contain ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground allspice. Some mixes also contain ginger and cardamom.
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