plus 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
Provides beneficial compounds from its constituent spices, including antioxidants from cinnamon and cloves, and anti-inflammatory properties attributed to ginger and turmeric (when included).
About
Pumpkin pie spice is a blend of warm spices commonly used in autumn desserts and savory dishes, particularly in North American cuisine. The blend typically contains cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, with variations sometimes including allspice or mace. Rather than a single botanical ingredient, it is a curated mixture designed to evoke the flavors traditionally associated with pumpkin-based baked goods. The exact proportions vary by manufacturer and regional tradition, but cinnamon generally serves as the dominant flavor, followed by the sharper, warmer notes of nutmeg and the heat and complexity of ginger and cloves.
Culinary Uses
Pumpkin pie spice is primarily used to flavor desserts, most notably pumpkin pie, but also cookies, cakes, muffins, and breads. Beyond sweet applications, the blend enhances savory dishes including roasted vegetables, soups, and glazed meats, where its warm spices complement autumn ingredients like squash, sweet potato, and root vegetables. The spice mixture can be incorporated into batters, dusted over beverages like lattes and hot cider, or mixed into cream cheese frostings and custards. Its versatility makes it a pantry staple during the fall season.