I know it’s fall when I see jars of pumpkin pie spice at the store. The cozy scent from this blend of different spices always makes me feel like I’m walking through piles of autumn leaves. Similar to pumpkin pie spice, apple pie spice is just as equally warm and cozy. It’s the perfect jar of spices for welcoming the change in season.
Apple pie spice is a versatile blend of warm spices commonly used in baking—especially in recipes for apple pies and apple-based desserts. It’s simple to make your own at home with common pantry spices. Plus, it’s highly customizable, and makes a fantastic homemade gift.
What’s in Apple Pie Spice?
My blend of apple pie spice has all the main ingredients, but adds a few more for depth.- Ground cinnamon provides a sweet and spiced flavor.
- Brown sugar adds caramel-like sweetness to the blend.
- Ground ginger and ground cardamom add pleasant, citrus-like flavors.
- Ground allspice and ground cloves offer a slightly pungent and aromatic taste that creates a perfect balance.