Apple pie spice is made up of warm spices that evoke the feeling of fall, crisp evenings, and upcoming holidays.
This apple pie spice recipe is simple to follow and and easy way to save a few pennies while also controlling exactly what goes into your food. Use it in your favorite baked goods like apple bread or sour cream coffee cake!
Apple Pie Spice
Apple Pie Spice
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 Cost saving! It’s much more cost effective to make a big batch with the individual ingredients than buying commercially prepared blends.
📌Control what you’re eating. Add more or less of what you love and fine tune to your own tastes.
📌 Bolder flavor. Make it with the freshest spices so you know it will keep and taste great for a long time.
Apple Pie Spice Ingredients
- Cinnamon – Dried ground cinnamon.
- Nutmeg – Dried ground nutmeg.
- Allspice – Dried ground allspice.
How do you make apple pie seasoning from scratch? (step-by-step)
⭐ First, add all the measured dried spices to a clean dry bowl.
⭐ Then, mix thoroughly with a fork or a whisk, making sure to break up any clumps.
⭐ Next, carefully pour spice blend into an airtight container.
⭐ Finally, store in a cool dry place until ready to use.
Scroll down to the printable recipe card toward the bottom of this article for ingredient measurements and detailed cooking instructions.
Why make your own apple pie spice seasoning blend?
I love a quick-grab packet or jar as much as the next gal, but there really is something to be said for making your own spice blends!
- Adjust the flavor to your tastes.
- Gluten free.
- Know exactly what’s in them.
- No additives, preservatives, fillers, colorings, or anti-caking agents.
- Money saving.
Preparation
Can you make spice blends ahead of time?
Absolutely! We typically make a large jar and use it over the course of several months.
How much homemade apple pie seasoning should I use?
This recipe is a 1:1 with store bought apple pie spice, so use it exactly as you would when using a commercially prepared blend.
When making pie, the ratio is 1½ teaspoons to 6 medium apples.
Storage and leftovers
How do you store homemade seasonings?
Spice blends should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry environment (like an air conditioned house).
Do not store them in the refrigerator as they will condensate when you bring them out and it can cause clumping.
How long does DIY seasoning last?
Dried spice blends theoretically last forever, but will begin to lose flavor potency after about 6 months.
Tips, tricks, and frequently asked questions
✅ Make it sweet by adding white or brown sugar so you can sprinkle it directly on toast or pancakes in the morning.
✅ Hand out as a favor at a back-to-school or fall themed dinner party.
✅ Add more or less of your favorite spices, to personalize the flavor.
When to use it
Add this wherever you would normal use an apple pie spice mix. For example in your apple pie bites or fried apples. You can also sprinkle it over homemade breads or other baked goods.
More awesome DIY spice blend recipes
- DIY chili seasoning
- Fajita seasoning recipe
- Homemade spice rub
- Italian seasoning blend
- Flank steak marinade
- Cilantro lime marinade
- Old bay shrimp marinade
- See all our seasoning recipes and spice blends!
Other awesome apple inspired recipes
- Caramel apple cheesecake
- Apple dump cake cobbler
- Dutch apple pie recipe
- Apple cider cupcake with salted caramel frosting
- See all our yummy apple recipes!
Tools we love
- Glass spice jars – I love putting our homemade spice mixes in pretty glass jars.
- Bulk spices – It’s amazing how much money you can save by buying spices in bulk and making your own mixes!
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How to Make Apple Pie Spice
Apple Pie Spice
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon dried ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon dried ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons dried ground allspice
Instructions
- Add all the measured dried spices to a clean dry bowl.
- Then, mix thoroughly with a fork or a whisk, making sure to break up any clumps.
- Carefully pour spice blend into an airtight container.
- Store in a cool dry place until ready to use.
Notes
- 1½ teaspoons to 6 medium apples for pie
Nutrition
Apple Pie Spice
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Laura Reese says
This would make a great Christmas gift. We loved it.
Allyssa says
This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make apple spice recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!
Kara says
Found this just in time for fall baking, and I can’t wait to use it in multiple recipes. It smells amazing!