Apple Pie Spice (Homemade Blend)
Apple pie spice is fall in a jar. It’s warm, cozy, and comforting — the kind of flavor that instantly makes you think of crisp mornings, leaves crunching underfoot, and something delicious baking in the oven.
And while it’s perfect for apple pie (of course), this blend is way too good to only pull out once a year. You can sprinkle it into muffins, cobblers, crisps, oatmeal, coffee, French toast, pancakes, quick breads, granola, or even roasted squash. If you’d normally reach for cinnamon, you can often swap in apple pie spice instead for a more complex, layered flavor.
Why Make It Yourself?
Store-bought apple pie spice blends might look convenient, but they’re often heavy on cinnamon and light on everything else. When you make it yourself, you control the balance. You can lean into the nutmeg, add a little extra ginger for zing, or even sneak in cardamom for an unexpected floral lift. Plus, it’s fresher, cleaner, and more aromatic than anything sitting on a store shelf.
How to Use It
Sprinkle into apple pie filling (obvious, but essential)
Stir into cobblers, crisps, muffins, or quick breads
Add to your morning oatmeal, yogurt, or granola
Whisk into coffee, cider, or hot chocolate
Shake over pancakes, waffles, or French toast
Even use it for savory roasted root vegetables or squash
Apple Pie Spice
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Cinnamon
- 1 tbsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 1 tsp Cardamom
- 2 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground mace (optional but really deepens the flavor)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small jar.Shake well to combine.Store in a cool, dark spot for up to 6 months.