This spice mix is bursting with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and black pepper. Sprinkle some over your favorite oatmeal you’ll think you’re eating apple pie!

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What is apple pie spice mix?

Apple pie spice mix is a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice, and a dash of pepper. When added to apples, it will taste like you are eating apple pie! Add it to your favorite apple recipe, or sprinkle it on ice cream or oatmeal. It will brighten the winter months!

What about cardamom and ginger?

The great thing about homemade apple pie spice is that you can start with this recipe as a base and add other spices as you like. Some bakers like to add cardamom and/or ginger, depending on their personal preference. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice are the foundational ingredients of apple pie spice.

Whole versus ground spices?

For this recipe, make sure all your spices are ground. You can either buy ground spices at the store, or if you have a mortar and pestle, you can grind whole spices so they are freshly ground.

How to store apple pie spice

Store Apple Pie Spice at room temperature in an air tight container for up to one year.

Recipe Tips for Apple Pie Spice

Mix the ingredients well to make sure the spices get evenly disbursed.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• measuring spoons

• funnel

• small airtight container or jar for storage (old spice jars work well!)

How to Make Apple Pie Spice

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons cinnamon

• 2 teaspoons nutmeg

• 1 teaspoon allspice

• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. In a small bowl, add cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and black pepper. Mix until the spices are well combined.

2. Use a funnel to pour the mixture into a container with an airtight lid.

More cinnamon, please!

Try this bavarian apple bars or my favorite cinnamon simple syrup.