If you are in need of a Pumpkin Pie Spice Substitute, you've come to the right place! There are a number of ways to replace Pumpkin pie spice with a homemade version.
💡 Expert Tip: Make your replacement for pumpkin pie spice (and all other spice blends) in smaller batches, especially if you are using freshly-ground spices. This will preserve the flavors best.
Pumpkin pie spice is a blend of multiple spices. The most common components are cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves and their combinations.
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As the main addition, the best singular spice to replace pumpkin pie spice is pure cinnamon. It is also one of the most common household spices.
Ginger is another common pumpkin pie spice addition. The bright and peppery flavor with slight citrus undertones makes it perfect for mixing into fall and winter-style treats.
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A unique option to replace pumpkin pie spice is tonka bean. It provides a rather complex taste, combining flavors of almonds, vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves, just to name a few.
Star anise is definitely not a typical pumpkin pie spice ingredient, but it can be used to replace some of the flavors associated with this blend. This spice has a strong, distinctive flavor with warm, sweet, and spicy notes.
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There are even more spices like Nutmeg, Cloves, Cardamom, Black Pepper, All Spice you will learn about in my article.
I also share with you my favorite blend for Pumpkin Spice. To make that first, measure the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and cardamom into a small bowl or container. Then whisk the spices until well combined.
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Once you learn how to make your own pumpkin spice blend, you may never go back to storebought again!