Easy 3-Ingredient Apple Pie Spice Perfect For Holiday Recipes
The best apple pie spice combines cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice for the perfect combination of flavors. 3-ingredient apple pie spice is easy to make and great to have on hand for all sorts of desserts.
Fall is my favorite time of year and Fall baking is some of my favorite flavors. Every Thanksgiving, I bring the apple pie to dinner. When my husband’s grandfather was still with us, he always enjoyed my pie recipe. Even though he’s gone, I still make it my priority to bring it to dinner each year.
Common Questions About Apple Pie Spice
Here are a few helpful answers to some questions you may have about this recipe.
Is Apple Pie Spice And Allspice The Same Thing?
The spice used to season an apple pie, apple pie spice, consists of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and sometimes ginger. The dried berries of allspice, on the other hand, have a flavor profile similar to the spices cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, making them taste like a combination.
Can I Substitute Apple Pie Spice For Cinnamon?
If you are looking for a cinnamon substitute in apple pie, you might consider the tasty apple pie spice. Cinnamon is a key ingredient in apple pie spice, so this is a good alternative.
How Long Is The 3-Ingredient Apple Pie Good For In The Pantry?
Store in a sealed container, in the pantry, for 10-12 months.
What Is The Best Container To Store This Spice Blend In?
Small mason jars or spice jars work best. Always store in a cool, dark place like the inside of a cabinet. Avoiding sunlight is key to a fresh spice blend.
3-Ingredient Apple Pie Spice Recipe
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how EASY it is to make it.
Recipe Basics
- Prep Time: 2 Minutes
- Yields: About 2 ½ Tablespoons
Apple Pie Spice Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 Tablespoon Ground Nutmeg
- 2 Teaspoons Ground Allspice
Preparation Tip: It’s easy to double, triple, etc. Just make sure you mix all the ingredients thoroughly. Make sure there are no unmixed pockets.
I generally quadruple the recipe at the beginning of the Fall baking season, and it lasts the entire time. When I do my Spring cleaning, I toss whatever is left, and thoroughly clean and dry the container for the next season.
Directions To Make This Recipe
Did I mention that this is a REALLY simple recipe? Basically, it is one step, and you are done.
Step #1
Combine all ingredients in a dish or jar and thoroughly mix.
Use immediately or store as I have suggested above.
Recipe Ideas For 3-Ingredient Apple Pie Spice
- There are so many reasons as to why you need to make these apple pie cookies with your new spice blend.
- For a fun twist on a classic flavor, try these apple spice pretzels for a Fall snack.
- And you absolutely cannot go wrong using your new spice blend in this easy caramel apple bread pudding recipe.
- Another amazing cookie recipe, apple pie spice drop cookies are perfect to make then gift to a friend.
- This recipe for easy apple pie is definitely something you should have on your radar.
Drink Ideas To Go With Apple Pie Spice Recipes
Now that you spent all that time baking so many delicious recipes, why not try some delicious Fall drinks to go with it.
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So now that you have this easy spice recipe, what will you be baking with it?
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