This Apple Pie Spice Recipe is an easy mix of a few spices to make the perfect homemade apple pie seasoning to use all season long! It can be ready in just a few minutes and is a delicious addition to a pie filling or dessert.
I really enjoy making my own spice blends. They are so easy, delicious, and simple to customize to your tastes. You should also check out my pumpkin pie spice recipe.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It is so easy to make. You literally measure out a few spices and mix them together. No-fuss here!
- Homemade spice blends are cheaper than store-bought. Buying spice blends from the store are usually at least $5 for one small bottle. Buying all of the individual spices might be a bit more upfront, but you can make SO much more than just one small bottle worth.
- You have total control. Is there a flavor in apple pie seasoning that you don't love? When you make your own you can leave it out completely, or add less, you can add more of the flavors you love until you have created the perfect spice mix.
Ingredients
Ingredient Notes
- Ground Cinnamon adds warmth to the mix and is my personal favorite part. If you love the apple cinnamon combo give my Apple Crumble Bars a try!
- Ground Nutmeg is a perfect holiday flavor.
- Ground Ginger adds a bit of heat to the mix.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Variations
- You can leave out, add less, or add more of any of the spices to change up the flavor.
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-By-Step Instructions
STEP 1: In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients. Mix until well combined.
STEP 2: Store the apple pie spice mix in an airtight container.
Recipe FAQs
I like to store my spice blends in a small glass Tupperware container. This makes it easy to measure out exactly how much you need. You can also store it in a clean spice jar. As long as the container is airtight and not in direct sunlight you're good to go!
These are some of my favorite ways to use this spice mix:
-Give as gifts. You can put this spice mix in little jars with a cute label and add it to holiday gift baskets.
-Classic apple pie. Apple pie spice, obviously, goes perfect in apple pie! You can just replace the spices this recipe calls for with an equal amount of this apple pie spice recipe.
-Stir it into your coffee. You'll have an easy apple pie latte!
-Apple Pie Macarons. These macarons use this spice blend in their shells and buttercream. They are perfectly delicious.
If stored correctly this spice blend will retain most of its flavor for about 2 years.
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Recipe
Apple Pie Spice Recipe
Ingredients
For Spice Blend:
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
For Spice Blend:
- In a small bowl combine all of the ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Store the apple pie spice in an airtight container
Notes
- The provided nutrition information is an estimate. The calorie accuracy is not guaranteed.
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