This easy-to-make Apple Pie Spice Recipe combines cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, allspice, and cloves to create a comforting blend that can be used in so many recipes!
author’s note
Make Your Own Apple Pie Spice!
I go through a ridiculous amount of McCormick’s apple pie spice and pumpkin pie spice come fall, and I was getting tired of paying $4-$5 for just a few tablespoons. So, after checking the labels on my favorite apple pie spice blend and experimenting with the quantities, I’m excited to share this recipe with you.
This spice blend is so versatile! It can turn a boring jar of overnight oats into something you’ll actually look forward to eating in the morning. Spices are such a game-changer, and mixing a few together? You’re going to love it!
How to Make Apple Pie Spice
It doesn’t get easier than this!
- Measure out cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, allspice, and cloves.
- Whisk them together in a small bowl until evenly combined.
- Store in a small airtight jar in a cool, dry place.
Quick Tip
For just 1 tablespoon of apple pie spice, whisk together 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoons of nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon of allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom.
Gifting Homemade Spices
I love gifting these cute spice blends to friends, family, or co-workers. Just add a homemade label (Download FREE printable labels here) on brown Kraft sticker paper and stick it to a small glass jar. I use this label paper.
Storage
This apple pie spice recipe typically lasts about 6 months to a year when stored in an airtight container, away from heat, light, and moisture.
For the best flavor, it’s ideal to use it within 6 months, as the spices will start to lose their potency over time.
More Apple Inspired Recipes:
Desserts
Applesauce Bread
Desserts
Applesauce Muffins
Desserts
Apple Coffee Cake
Desserts
Applesauce Brownies (No Beans!)
Apple Pie Spice Recipe
Equipment
- Spice container or other container
Ingredients
- 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Mix all spices together. Store in an airtight container out of direct sunlight.
- If you only want to make 1 tablespoon apple pie spice, use these measurements instead: 1-1/2 teaspoons of cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoons of nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon of allspice, and 1/4 teaspoon of cardamom
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How To Use This Spice
There are so many ways to use this apple pie spice recipe! Here are some ideas:
- Add to homemade applesauce, your morning bowl of oatmeal, into apple pancakes, waffles, or French toast, or your morning apple smoothie.
- Use in these apple muffins or this apple fritter bread.
- Add to this apple crumble, your favorite apple pie recipe, or this caramel apple cheesecake.
- Aim to use about 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of the spice blend per 6 medium-sized apples.
Do you have a recipe for gingerbread spice?
Thank you,
Lory
I don’t but I’ll definitely look into it! 🙂
I made the pumpkin pie spice to use in all the pumpkin recipes I was making for a bridal shower. I doubled the recipe and ended up using almost the entire thing in one weekend of baking! I love the taste of fresh ground nutmeg in it–it makes a huge difference! You can buy whole nutmeg in the spice section, and then grate it as needed with a zester. It’s a little expensive compared to ground nutmeg, but it’ll last a REALLY long time and is SO much better!
Way to make it work! Thanks for letting us all know all of that! I’m so glad you guys enjoyed! 🙂
I love homemade spices.
Wow, these look so gorgeous! I love giving away spice blends!
Bet it makes the house smell great. 🙂
Wonderful Christmas handmade gifts and printables ! The spices are so easy! Can’t wait to see what is next 🙂
I love your idea of making homemade apple pie and pumpkin pie spice! I go through so much during this time of year, so having a homemade version is fantastic!
I love homemade spices! Pinned!