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Why You Will Love This Recipe
These gingerbread spices are perfect for any time of year, but especially during the holidays. The warm and aromatic spices are sure to put you in the holiday spirit.
- Affordable. The spices you need are likely already in your pantry, and mixing your own gingerbread spices is much less expensive than store bought.
- Homemade. There's nothing quite like the taste of homemade gingerbread spice.
- Festive. This spice mix is perfect for the holiday season.
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- Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Gingerbread Spice Mix Ingredients
- How to Make Gingerbread Spice Mix
- Serving Suggestions
- Related Recipes
- Substitutions and Variations
- Equipment
- Storage and Reheating
- Tips for Success
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Food Safety
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Gingerbread Spice Mix Ingredients
Gingerbread spice is made with a blend of warm and aromatic spices, including cinnamon, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves. It's the perfect addition to any holiday baking project, from cookies and cakes to breads and muffins.
To make your own gingerbread spice mix, you will need:
- Cinnamon - Ground Ceylon cinnamon is a sweeter variety than Saigon cinnamon.
- Ginger - Ground.
- Allspice - Ground.
- Cloves - Ground.
- Nutmeg - Ground.
- Mace - Ground, optional, but is amazing in gingerbread spices.
- Cardamom - Ground.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Gingerbread Spice Mix
This recipe is simple to make and only requires a few basic ingredients. You can use it to make all your favorite gingerbread recipes, from cookies and cakes to breads and muffins.
And because it's made with whole spices, it will have a more intense flavor than store-bought spice blends.
Measure The Spices
- Measure all the spice into a bowl so you can blend them together.
Mix The Spices
- Using a whisk, blend them together. You can taste a pinch to decide if you want to add more of any of the spices.
- Transfer the spice blend to a air tight container, mason jar, or spice jar. Store in a cool, dark pantry location for 6 months. Check for freshness after that.
Serving Suggestions
Gingerbread spice is a great way to add a touch of the holidays to your baked goods. However, it can be enjoyed year-round in carrot cakes, banana bread, and pancake mix, zucchini muffins, and french toast.
This gingerbread spice mix can be used in a variety of ways. Here are a few ideas:
- Add it to your favorite oatmeal cookie recipe.
- Use it to make gingerbread cake or pumpkin muffins.
- Sprinkle it on top of pancakes or waffles.
- Add it to your favorite hot beverage, like coffee or tea.
- Use it to make gingerbread lattes or chai.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions and Variations
Here are a few substitutions and variations using this gingerbread spice recipe:
- You can use Apple Pie spice or Pumpkin pie spice as a substitute for the cinnamon if you're out. The cloves, cardamon, and mace are what really make this a gingerbread spice blend.
- Mace and nutmeg are related, but mace has a stronger, earthier aroma. It's an optional ingredient as it's more expensive, but if you can add it to the blend, you'll love it.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making your own gingerbread spice recipe.
- Nitrile Gloves
- Disposable Face Mask
- Rounded Ball Canning Jars, 8 oz
- Quilted Mason Jars, small 4 oz
- Spice Jars and Label Set
Storage and Reheating
- This spice mix can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Tips for Success
- For a stronger gingerbread flavor, add an extra teaspoon of ground ginger.
- Cardamon and Mace will give a aromatic, warming note to this blend.
- If you don't have all of the spices on hand, you can substitute other spices that have similar flavors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can use this spice mix in savory dishes, such as soups, stews, and roasts.
If your gingerbread spice mix has lost its flavor or has become stale, it is time to throw it away.
Food Safety
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat.
- Wash hands after touching raw meat.
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds.
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove.
See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
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Gingerbread Spice Mix
Ingredients
- 3 tbs cinnamon ground
- 3 tablespoon ginger ground
- 1 tablespoon cardamom ground
- 1½ teaspoon allspice ground
- 1½ teaspoon cloves ground
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg ground
- 1 teaspoon mace ground
Instructions
- Measure all the spice into a bowl so you can blend them together.3 tbs cinnamon, 3 tablespoon ginger, 1 tablespoon cardamom, 1½ teaspoon allspice, 1½ teaspoon cloves, 1 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon mace
- Using a whisk, blend them together. You can taste a pinch to decide if you want to add more of any of the spices.
- Transfer the spice blend to a air tight container, mason jar, or spice jar. Store in a cool, dark pantry location for 6 months. Check for freshness after that.
Notes
- For a stronger gingerbread flavor, add an extra teaspoon of ground ginger.
- Cardamon and Mace will give a aromatic, warming note to this blend.
- If you don't have all of the spices on hand, you can substitute other spices that have similar flavors.
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