With this easy homemade apple pie spice blend, you can infuse the essence of fall into all your favorite dishes, no matter what season it is.

Homemade apple pie spice in a glass jar.

Ingredients

Apple Pie Spice is a blend of spices that elevate the flavor of apple-based desserts and more. Here are the key spices that make up this homemade spice blend:

Cinnamon: Cinnamon lends its sweet and warm notes to the blend, infusing dishes with a comforting taste and aroma.
Nutmeg: Nutmeg lends a nutty, slightly sweet flavor with a hint of earthiness.
Allspice: With notes of cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg, allspice adds depth and complexity.

Nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice in glass jars.

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and thoroughly mix.
Use right away or store in a sealed container, in the pantry, for 10-12 months.

Cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice on a white plate.

Storing Your Spice Creation

Store your spice in a cool, dry place in an airtight container to preserve its freshness and aromatic potency. A glass jar with a tight-fitting lid works well.

Ways to Use Apple Pie Spice: Beyond the Pie

While Apple Pie Spice is a quintessential ingredient in traditional apple pie, its versatility extends far beyond just apple pie and homemade applesauce. Here are some creative ways to infuse the warm, comforting flavors of this blend of spices into your culinary adventures:

Baked Goods: Enhance muffins, scones, cinnamon rolls, cobblers, and pancake batter with a dash of Apple Pie Spice.
Coffee or Tea: Sprinkle a pinch into your morning coffee or tea for an aromatic start to your day.
Smoothies: Blend it into your morning smoothie for a cozy autumn twist.
Oatmeal: Stir it into your overnight oats or morning oatmeal for a hearty and fragrant breakfast.
Roasted Vegetables: Elevate roasted sweet potatoes, carrots, or acorn squash with a sprinkle of Apple Pie Spice.
Savory Dishes: Elevate the flavors of dishes such as roasted chicken or velvety butternut squash soup with a dash of this tasty spice blend.

So, whether you’re whipping up a batch of apple pie or adding a pinch to your French toast batter, your homemade apple pie spice will be right there, infusing every dish with the comforting essence of Fall.

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Apple Pie Spice Blend

Homemade apple pie spice is a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice for the perfect combination of flavors in your pies and cobblers. Only three ingredients and super fast to make, it’s nice to have on hand for a variety of uses.

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Course: staple

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 2

Total Time: 2

Servings: batch

Calories: 67kcal

Author: Lynda – Southern Kissed

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
1 Tablespoon Ground Nutmeg
2 Teaspoons Ground Allspice

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a dish or jar and thoroughly mix.
Use immediately or store in a sealed container, in the pantry, for 10-12 months.

Notes

Here are a few handy tips to ensure your homemade apple pie spice stays at its flavorful best:

Scale up with Ease: Whether you need a little or a lot, this recipe is easy to double, triple, or even quadruple. Just remember to mix all the ingredients thoroughly to avoid any unmixed pockets in your spice jar.

Versatile and Interchangeable: You can seamlessly swap your homemade apple pie spice with any other apple pie spice you’ve used before. No need to adjust the quantity; it’s a one-to-one match for your culinary convenience.

Break Up Clumps: Over time, spices can form clumps, especially if they’re exposed to direct sunlight or humidity. To maintain an even blend, be sure to break up any clumps that may have formed in your spice jar.

More Than Just Pie: While it’s perfect for pies, don’t limit yourself! This homemade apple pie spice works wonders in cobblers and various desserts, adding that warm, comforting flavor profile to your culinary creations.