Starbucks reports over $80 million in annual sales of pumpkin spice flavored drinks but did you know you can easily make this seasoning at home? Their oh-so-seasonal syrup combines natural flavors (including a touch of pumpkin purée to satisfy the literal-minded) with a few “other” things, like caramel coloring. If you like the pumpkin spice phenomenon but prefer to tickle your tastebuds with something entirely natural, try this homemade Pumpkin Spice mix recipe. You’ll soon be sprinkling it over the fresh apple slices in your lunch pail, or on top of servings of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream – or in with the coffee grounds of your kitchen coffee maker for an aromatic eye-opener.
How to Use Your Homemade Pumpkin Spice
There are many ways to use your Homemade Pumpkin Spice but here are a few of our favorites. Try mixing 1 tsp of spice mix with ½ tsp sugar. Then, sprinkle the mixture over fresh apple slices for a breakfast or lunchtime treat. You can also add a dollop of whipped cream to any fall dessert and sprinkle a bit of spice mix on top for an added touch. Or, if you wish to take full advantage of fall flavors, cut an acorn squash in half and remove the seeds. Then, rub ½ tsp olive oil on the yellowy flesh. Sprinkle with salt and pumpkin spice mix. Finally, bake until edges are golden and serve with roast pork or chicken.
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Ingredients
- 5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground allspice
- 1 ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Pumpkin Spice Instructions
- Blend all spices together and store in airtight container for up to six months.
Recipe and Story by Keith Recker / Photography by Adam Milliron / Styling by Ana Kelly
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