Homemade Apple Pie Spice
Apple Pie Spice is a simple and delicious way to add aromatic, warm, Fall spices to a variety of dishes. Skip the store bought and make this essential spice mix for all your holiday baking!
Apple Pie Spice
I can smell the FALL SEASON in the air and I am LOVING IT!
The one thing that I am looking forward to most about the season, other than warm sweaters and hot cocoa, is all the delicious fall baking. The one at the top of my list is apple pie.
And, of course, the best part of the apple pie is the warm and delicious taste of all those spices.
The apple pie spice mix is also the reason I am drawn to hot apple cider, apple turnovers, and spiced apple cakes.
Store bought is great but can have some “extras” in it, and use older spices. I like to make mine fresh. Believe me, once you make your own at home, you won’t buy it at the store anymore.
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Ingredients Needed
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Cardamom
- Allspice
- Ginger
All of these spices are pretty basic, especially the cinnamon, but this time I decided to mix things up a bit.
For this apple pie spice mix, I use Vietnamese Cinnamon or Saigon Cinnamon. It is related to the everyday cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia, or Chinese cinnamon) that is most often used.
It has a higher oil content which gives it a stronger aroma and flavor and is better for sweets and baked treats in my opinion. I buy it as a bulk spice I love it so much!
All the other spices are good to go. I will note that if you have the chance to ground your nutmeg fresh, do it. Just cut back a little on the amount as fresh is stronger than already ground nutmeg.
How to Make This Apple Pie Spice Recipe
First: Gather and measure all your spices.
Second: Mix together in a sealable jar or container. Store until ready to use. I like to use 2 teaspoons of apple pie spice per pie.
For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
How long does it last?
If you store it in an airtight container, and in a cool, dry place, you can keep it for up to 6 months. After that, it tends to lose some of it’s intensity.
I like to store mine in glass jars, as it keeps the flavor better and the oils from the spices don’t seep into the plastic.
Is it the same as pumpkin spice?
Not exactly. Apple spice is the same as pumpkin pie spice with one exception. It doesn’t have any cloves in it like the pumpkin version.
Pumpkin pie spice has the basic four spices but has cloves instead of allspice.
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Substitutions
If you are allergic to any of the spices, like cinnamon, you can always leave them out and increase the amounts of the remaining spices.
Is it gluten free?
Yes, it is so feel free to use it on all the things!
I use these Weck Jars for all my spice mixes and pickled condiments. Just be sure to keep in a cool, dry place and it will stay fresh for months!
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Uses for Apple Pie Spice
- cakes, cookies, pies, apple pie egg rolls
- overnight oats or yogurt
- sliced apples for snacking
- caramel apple dip
- ice cream
- fresh apple salsa
- apple pie filling
- fall desserts like baked apples
- fall cocktails
- any recipe that call for apple pie spice
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Apple Pie Spice is a fall baking essential, full of warm and comforting spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Doesn’t that make you want to cuddle up in a warm sweater and fuzzy slippers this holiday season?
Apple Pie Spice
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 4 tablespoons Vietnamese Cinnamon or regular if don’t have it
- 2 teaspoons allspice
- 1 teaspoon cardamom
Instructions
- Mix all the spices together and store in an airtight container in a cool dark place.
- Use 2 teaspoons per apple pie recipe or sprinkle on how much you like.
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Notes
Uses for Apple Pie Spice
- cakes, cookies, pies
- overnight oats or yogurt
- sliced apples for snacking
- caramel apple dip
- ice cream
- fresh apple salsa
- apple pie filling for gifts
- fall desserts like baked apples
- fall cocktails
- any recipe that call for apple pie spice
Nutrition
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How much apple pie spice do I use to replace the individual spices called for in a recipe
Depending on the recipe, I use 1-2 teaspoons.
Made this used it on some pork ribs, the smell and taste was amazing.
Can I add nuts? Thank you
Not sure why you would want to add nuts to your spice mix but I wouldn’t recommend it. Nuts spoil quickly if not stored correctly. Anything longer than 2 weeks at room temp and the oil in the nuts would start to turn rancid.
I am looking forward to trying your recipe. I don’t have cardamom on hand, but I do have Saigon cinnamon. I am a recent fan of it. The author of Midwest Made likened it to the taste if Red Hots, and I agree!
It totally makes it! I don’t buy anything but Saigon cinnamon!
Tried this and found it tobe very good thank you for sharing.
The V cinnamon has a purer flavor and is a little sweeter and less acidic than the regular traffic so it makes the whole dish taste better!
Thanks for sharing this great recipe! I love apple pie and I usually make it with just a pinch of cinnamon. but this homemade spice mix makes really a difference 😀 Is Vietnamese cinnamon different in taste compared to the regular one? Thanks!