Skip over store bought and make your own Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix with just 5 common pantry spices. Yields just over 1/2 cup and is ready to use wherever gingerbread spice is called for.
Nothing says the holidays more than gingerbread.
No matter what you make, a blend of warm rounded spices is there to greet you. Lucky for you, there’s no need to purchase it at the store because I have the perfect recipe for you. And as I always say, making your own spice blends at home will save you money.
In the next few weeks leading up to Christmas I’ll be sharing a few recipes using this spice mix. But for now, besides cookies, try this homemade gingerbread spice mix in pancakes, breads, granola and cakes. Really the sky is the limit.
To Make THis Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix you will need:
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
- allspice
- ginger
- clove
What Are The Best Spices For Making Your Own Seasonings and Spice Blends?
There’s no right or wrong brand. I will first say, buy what you can afford. However, not all spices are created equal as you tend to get what you pay for. Currently I use Morton & Bassett (not sponsored) because I find their spices to be top notch in texture, color and flavor. I love and respect what their company stands for not only with charitable work but also quality control. With that said some other wonderful brands I’ve used over the years are Simple Organic, Frontier Co-op and Penzys.
Into a jar or container with a tight fitting lid, measure and add in 2 tablespoons each of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger and clove.
So easy you basically don’t need a recipe. However if you’re not looking to have a 1/2 cup of this spice mix than you can cut this in half for 1/4 cup.
Stir or whisk to combine and you’re all set.
For more recipes, check out my growing list of 20+ Homemade Spice Blends!
Enjoy! And if you give this recipe a try, let me know! Snap a photo and tag me on twitter or instagram!
Homemade Gingerbread Spice Blend
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons ground clove
- 2 tablespoons ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons ground nutmeg
Equipment
Instructions
- Measure and combine all spices in a container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Store in a dry, dark place for up to 6 months.
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Sounds like it would be good also in a cup of hot tea with milk or some hot cider.
Oooh! It just might be! I’ll have to test that out