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    5 from 7 reviews

    *Golden* Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend

    By Alanna Taylor-Tobin on Oct 10, 2021 (updated Sep 18, 2024) / Leave a Comment Jump to Recipe

    Pumpkin spice mix gets a vibrant upgrade with freshly grated nutmeg and golden turmeric added to the classic cinnamon, ginger, allspice blend. 

    Use this golden-hued pumpkin pie spice blend in your favorite pumpkin recipes: gluten-free pumpkin pie, pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin granola, pumpkin bread, and pumpkin muffins. 

    pumpkin spice mix swirled in a white bowl with a brass spoon
    Turmeric is the magical ingredient that gives this pumpkin pie spice a golden hue.

    I've made my share of pumpkin baked goods over the years, including gluten-free pumpkin pie and super-moist gluten-free pumpkin bread. But I never saw the point of using pumpkin pie spice, preferring to make my own blends for each different recipe. Why would I want every recipe to taste the same when variety is the *spice* of life?

    That all changed last week when I could be found, mad-scientist-like, baking batch after batch of gluten-free pumpkin muffins. I was going for pretty, craggy tops, a floofy yet hearty texture, and easy vegan swaps. After the first 5 batches, I decided that measuring out 5 different spices each time was for the birds.

    I made a large batch of pumpkin spice mix using the same ratios that I'd been using in my favorite gluten-free pumpkin bread. This made the recipe testing process much more efficient. Along the way, I found that this pumpkin spice blend works just as well in any other pumpkin dessert recipe (and in apple, carrot, and sweet potato desserts too). Now I'll keep a jar of this homemade pumpkin spice on the counter year-round. 

    ground spices in small bowls for pumpkin spice seasoning
    A blend of spices – cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and turmeric – make up this vibrant seasoning.

    DIY Homemade Pumpkin Spice

    Pumpkin pie spice is generally a spicy-sweet blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and/or mace, and allspice and/or cloves. I like a more ginger-forward pumpkin pie spice which keeps desserts tasting bright and peppy. I add turmeric to accentuate the golden hue of the baked good and add a little extra depth.

    Turmeric is used widely in Indian and Southeast Asian cuisines and has become popular in the west in the form of golden milk, a cozy beverage full of digestion-boosting spice and anti-inflammatory turmeric. I've been making golden milk pumpkin spice lattes with this mix and it works wonderfully! Black pepper makes the good stuff in turmeric more bio-available, so feel free to add some here if you like. 

    For a more classic pumpkin pie spice recipe, omit the turmeric and use more cinnamon in its place. 

    ground spices in jars and small white spoons in two lines for DIY pumpkin pie spice
    INGREDIENTS: ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, allspice, nutmeg

    Pumpkin Spice Mix Ingredients

    Just a handful of spices go into this pumpkin spice recipe. Be sure your spices are fresh for the best flavor. 

    • Ground ginger gives this pumpkin spice a kick with bright, zingy topnotes of flavor. 
    • Ground cinnamon adds its red hue and cozy, classic taste. 
    • Ground turmeric enhances the golden hue of pumpkin desserts while bringing earthy floral notes that accentuate the ginger. For a classic pumpkin spice mix, omit the turmeric and use more cinnamon in its place. 
    • Grated nutmeg adds warm, peppery tones. If you can find whole nutmeg pods and grate them yourself on a microplane, you'll be rewarded with especially flavorful pumpkin spice. But ground nutmeg will work well too. 
    • Ground allspice adds rich bass notes and depth. If you love cloves, you can use an equal amount of ground cloves in place of or in addition to allspice. 

    How to Make Pumpkin Pie Spice

    how to make homemade pumpkin spice - individual pumpkin pie spices in a white bowl
    Combine the spices in a jar or bowl.
    spices partially stirred together
    Shake or stir to combine.
    golden pumpkin pie spice in a white bowl with a brass spoon
    Store airtight at room temperature for up to 1 year. 

    How to Use Pumpkin Pie Spice

    You can use this pumpkin pie spice in any recipe that calls for a warming blend of spices or pumpkin pie spice. I also love it stirred into oatmeal, homemade granola, and in hot apple cider. In addition to pumpkin, it pairs well with apple, carrot, banana, and sweet potato recipes.

    Here are some favorites where it would shine: 

    Pumpkin Recipes

    • Gluten-Free Pumpkin Muffins (DF & vegan options)
    • Gluten-Free Pumpkin Bread (DF)
    • Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pie
    • Gluten-Free Pumpkin Tart
    • GF Pumpkin Pouding Chomeur (baked pudding cake)
    • Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Brownies
    • Pumpkin Pudding (DF & vegan options)
    • No-Bake Pumpkin Pie (GF, vegan & paleo)
    • Pumpkin Ice Cream
    • Vegan Pumpkin Pie Bars

    Apple Recipes

    • Gluten-Free Apple Cake
    • Paleo Apple Pie
    • Gluten-Free Apple Crisp
    • Apple Cider Hot Toddies

    Banana Recipes

    • Grain-Free Banana Bread
    • Gluten-Free Banana Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
    • Gluten-Free Banana Buckwheat Pancakes

    Other Recipes

    • Homemade Granola
    • Super Seeded Oatmeal
    • Sweet Potato Pie
    • Sweet Potato Cinnamon Rolls
    • Gluten-Free Carrot Cake
    • Gluten-Free Ginger Molasses Cookies
    golden pumpkin spice mix in a white bowl with a brass spoon

    How to Substitute Pumpkin Pie Spice

    You can sub this golden pumpkin spice mix into any pumpkin recipe. Just add up the spices it calls for (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, etc.) and replace the total amount with the same quantity of golden pumpkin spice mix. 

    However you use it, I hope this homemade pumpkin spice becomes as indispensable in your kitchen as it now is in mine! 

    horizontal image of ground pumpkin pie spices in bowls

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    5 from 7 reviews

    *Golden* Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend

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    A vibrant take on classic pumpkin pie spice. Turmeric adds golden color to enhance all your favorite pumpkin baked goods. If you prefer a more classic pumpkin pie spice, simply omit the turmeric.
    Alanna Taylor-Tobin
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 tablespoons

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons ground ginger
    • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
    • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
    • 2 teaspoons nutmeg (freshly grated if possible)
    • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
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    Instructions

    • Combine ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, nutmeg, and allspice in a bowl or jar.
    • Stir or shake to combine.
    • Store airtight at room temperature for up to 1 year.

    Notes

    This makes enough pumpkin pie spice for 4 batches of gluten-free pumpkin muffins. Feel free to scale the recipe up or down as you like!
    For a classic pumpkin pie spice, omit the turmeric and use more cinnamon in its place. 
    Feel free to add other spices such as:
    • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
    Making this? I'd love to see!Tag your snaps @The_Bojon_Gourmet and #bojongourmet!

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