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Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice

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  • Where did pumpkin spice originate?
  • Which cinnamon do you use in pumpkin spice?
  • What can you use this spice for?
  • How to make your own homemade pumpkin spice
  • How to store your homemade spice
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Where did pumpkin spice originate?

To answer this question you have to break it down into the spices that make pumpkin spice and the combined pumpkin spice itself.

‘Pumpkin Spice’ Has Been a Thing for 3,500 Years

History.com – Pumpkin Spice Trading

The History website delves deeper than the average ‘what is pumpkin spice’ search, and discusses the use of the individual spices. For example; nutmeg, that has been traced back to over 3,500 years. Nutmeg is singled out in the article and I personally find that nutmeg is the overriding flavour of the pumpkin spice we know and love today. The nutmeg is in fact the seed inside an apricot-looking fruit that local Indonesians eat as well.

To find out when and why nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon and clove were blended to make pumpkin spice, we need to whisk forward a few thousand years to the 1930’s. This was when a collection of companies (including Thompson & Taylor Spice Co and McCormick & Company) in the US decided to combine the spices to make things way more simple when making pumpkin pie. Hence the name for the spice combination.

Why is Pumpkin Spice so popular now? That’s all thanks to Starbucks! That’s right, a Pumpkin Spiced Latte threw the spice into the stratosphere of popularity in 2003 – the worlds bonkers isn’t it. According to Food and Wine;

 Since 2003, Starbucks has sold more than 424 million PSLs in the U.S. alone.

Food & Wine – The Surprising History of Pumpkin Spice

Which cinnamon do you use in pumpkin spice?

There are two common types of ground cinnamon; sweet cinnamon or just plain old cinnamon. The former is also known as cassia. In fact, I have a tiny bottle of cassia extract that I use in my Gluten Free Traditional Easter Biscuits. Cassia is sweeter and more fragrant whilst the common cinnamon is more robust and adaptable for both sweet and savoury dishes.

What can you use this spice for?

Okay, so there’s the obvious things you make with pumpkin spice i.e. pumpkin pie and latte’s. But let’s not limit this wonderful spice to just those two recipes shall we? Check out what I’ve made with it.

Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Fool
This simple Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Fool combine the familiar fool dessert of thick whipped cream folded with a pumpkin puree and the quintessential autumn flavouring pumpkin spice. What better way to celebrate the pumpkin harvest than with a free from dessert suitable for those on a gluten free, dairy free and vegan diet.
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Pumpkin Spice Fool made gluten free and dairy free
Easy Gluten Free Spiced Pumpkin Roll
This deliciously simple pumpkin roll is filled with sweet pumpkin puree and pumpkin spices. So easy to make and only 4 main ingredients this is a quick bake you can make for unexpected guests and last minute get togethers at Halloween. Otherwise, it’s a gorgeous sweet pastry to enjoy any cold autumn or winters teatime or evening.
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Simple to make homemade Pumpkin Roll, gluten free and dairy free
Simple Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie
You can't get more traditional than this. This Pumpkin Pie recipe is well over 150 years old! A firm favourite for our family, this traditional Autumn pumpkin spiced pie is enjoyed every year without fail.
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Simple Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie
Vegan Pumpkin Pie
This has to be my all time favourite pie, the delicate notes of pumpkin and autumnal warm spices are a match made in heaven. Add a splash of brandy and now you really are talking business. I adore pumpkin pie so this vegan and gluten free version is my new favourite recipe.
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Gluten free and vegan pumpkin pie
Dairy Free Homemade Baileys Pumpkin Spice
Not only have I now cracked a recipe for the best tasting dairy free Baileys but I’ve also developed a pumpkin spice version to coincide with the current limited edition in the supermarkets. This is a luxurious creamy drink with a warm spicy undertone and yes, it tastes like pumpkin pie! You'll be thrilled to hear this recipe is also gluten free and vegan too.
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Bailey's recipe; Pumpkin Spice, gluten and dairy free (vegan too)
Gluten Free Pumpkin Biscuit Delights
A delicious gluten free version of the Little Debbie Pumpkin Delights. These Gluten Free Pumpkin Biscuits are simple to make, adorable to display and are the perfect treat this Halloween
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Gluten Free Pumpkin Biscuits inspired by Little Debbie Pumpkin Delights
Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte
A deliciously simple homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte that's dairy free but just like the Starbucks famous PSL we've grown to know and love. This recipe is naturally gluten free and vegan using plant based non dairy ingredients perfect for two hot cups to enjoy with a friend at Halloween or over the festive period.
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Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte by Glutarama

How to make your own homemade pumpkin spice

Due to the intensity of ground clove, I opt for a less intense spice experience, so I use equal quantities of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg with just a pinch of clove.

  • 3 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 tsp ground ginger
  • 3 tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
Gluten free and vegan pumpkin pie

How to store your homemade spice

As these are spices they store well but remember all spice has a shelf life. Also be mindful that they must be kept out of direct sunlight.

  • Clip-top Kilner jars (pictured)
  • Screw-top Kilner jars
  • Cleaned and repurposed jam jars
  • Tupperware
Perfect Pumpkin Puree
The base for so many Thanksgiving, Halloween and harvest time recipes. This perfect pumpkin puree is, in my humble opinion, the best way to make puree with the richest colour, flavour and texture. Ideal mixed with my homemade pumpkin spice to turn into pumpkin pies, breads, biscuits and more.
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How to make the perfect pumpkin puree from scratch

Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Recipe

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Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice by Glutarama

Homemade Pumpkin Spice

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Save time when baking and instead of reaching for 4 spices, reach for one. This spice mix balances the perfect amount of cinnamon, ginger, clove and nutmeg for all your pumpkin spice needs.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Ingredient
Cuisine American
Servings 50 grams
Calories 1 kcal

Equipment

  • set of measuring spoons
  • mini glass jar

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tsp sweet ground cinnamon [see notes]
  • 3 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp ground clove

Instructions
 

  • Simply measure each spice and to a bowl, whisk with a small whisk to combine.
  • Tip into a small glass jar with a suitable lid to keep airtight.
  • Use within 6-12mths (assuming you use newly bought individual spices.

Notes

There are two common types of cinnamon. Sweet cinnamon and just plain old cinnamon. The better one to use in this recipe (in my humble opinion) is the Sweet Cinnamon or Cassia.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Homemade Pumpkin Spice
Amount per Serving
Calories
1
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.04
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.002
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.005
g
Sodium
 
0.1
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
3
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.2
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.04
g
0
%
Protein
 
0.02
g
0
%
Vitamin A
 
1
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0.01
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
2
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0.04
mg
0
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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