Last Updated on October 2, 2023 by Toya
Did you know you could make pumpkin pie spice without allspice that tastes absolutely amazing? Today, I will show you how! And this no-allspice pumpkin spice recipe works just as great for pies, cookies, cakes, breads, and more!
Pumpkin pie spice is a spice blend made with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice.
Allspice is a single spice from an evergreen tree from the Myrtle family known as Pimenta Dioica. Its flavor reminds you of a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and black pepper and it is widely used to make many warm recipes like baked goods.
But, if you do not have it, do not like it, or have a sensitivity to it, you can completely omit it in your homemade pumpkin spice mix.
How important is allspice in pumpkin pie spice?
Allspice naturally has a flavor that is reminiscent of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and black pepper. As such, since pumpkin pie spice already contains plenty of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, the only flavor that you will be missing out on is that of black pepper. You can easily add a pinch of black pepper to your pumpkin pie spice recipe to make up for that loss.
Personally, I can perceive the difference between pumpkin pie spice with allspice vs pumpkin pie spice without allspice. However, the flavor difference is not that different that a pumpkin pie spice blend without allspice will not work in any recipe that you want to make!
Here’s how to do it
Ingredients to make pumpkin pie spice with no allspice
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
How to make pumpkin pie spice without allspice
This is one of the easiest pumpkin pie spice recipes to make. Just measure out all the spices above.
Then mix the spices well.
Use as desired or transfer to a spice jar with a tight lid. Store this spice blend in a dark, dry corner of your kitchen.
Pumpkin pie spice ratio
This recipe makes roughly 4 1/2 tablespoons of pumpkin pie spice. However, you may want to make more or less pumpkin pie spice depending on your needs. Therefore, here is the best ratio to follow in the order the ingredients are given.
Pumpkin pie spice without allspice
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
The ratio for pumpkin pie spice without allspice = 18:4:4:2:1
Homemade pumpkin pie spice (with allspice)
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground allspice
The ratio for a regular homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe (with allspice) = 18:4:4:2:3
How to use this pumpkin spice mix without allspice
Pumpkin pie spice is used to make cakes, cookies, pies, bread and so much more. You can use this homemade pumpkin spice blend in the same exact way.
Here are some recipes that this spice mix would work for:
This is a versatile blend and so it can be used in a ton of ways!
How to store this homemade pumpkin pie spice
To store this homemade pumpkin pie spice mix pour it into a spice jar with a tight-fitting lid, a container with a tight lid, or a ziplock bag. Seal, label then store in a cool, dark, dry corner of your kitchen so the spice mix remains fresh.
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How long does pumpkin pie spice with no allspice last?
Assuming that the spices used are currently fresh and are not about to expire, this pumpkin spice blend should last up to 6 months if stored properly.
Pumpkin Pie Spice Without Allspice
Did you know you could make pumpkin pie spice without allspice that tastes absolutely amazing? Today, I will show you how! And, this no-allspice pumpkin spice recipe works just as great for pies, cookies, cakes, breads, and more!
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- This is one of the easiest pumpkin pie spice recipes to make. Just measure out all the spices above.
- Then mix the spices well and use as desired or transfer to a spice jar with a tight lid. Store this spice blend in a dark, dry corner of your kitchen.