Simple Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend for Autumn Cooking
In the world of autumnal baking, one blog stands out for its collection of time-efficient recipes - "Graceful Little Honeybee." The author of this blog, a tech professional by day, shares their baking secrets in their debut cookbook titled "Recipes to Fit your Schedule."
One of the blog's favourite pumpkin recipes is for a perfectly smooth and tangy cream cheese pumpkin pie. However, this article will focus on the Easy Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix recipe, a versatile blend that brings warmth and flavour to several pumpkin dishes.
The recipe for this easy pumpkin pie spice blend consists of just three ingredients: ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. For a 2-ounce spice jar, you'll need 4 tablespoons of ground cinnamon, 4 1/2 teaspoons of ground nutmeg, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves.
It's important to note that there's no dictionary-definition standard recipe for pumpkin spice. Depending on the recipe, you can add or omit certain spices. For instance, some recipes might include allspice, black or white pepper, ginger, or even vanilla, chai, or "actually spicy" flavours.
This recipe makes 1.75 ounces (50 grams) of pumpkin pie spice, enough to fill a 2-ounce spice jar. Once prepared, store the spice blend in an airtight jar for up to 1 year.
The pumpkin pie spice recipe can elevate the flavour of several favourite pumpkin recipes without overpowering the pumpkin's natural sweetness and flavour. The blog offers recipes for NOT CAKEY Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread, and Soft, Fluffy, But Also Crispy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles, among others.
For those interested in trying out this easy pumpkin pie spice blend, the cookbook "Recipes to Fit your Schedule" can be purchased directly from the blog. The blog also houses a wealth of other pumpkin recipes, making it a must-visit for pumpkin enthusiasts. Enjoy your autumn baking!
