Pumpkin Spice, So Nice: Make Your Own; Try in Fall Recipes
Updated November 3, 2024
Pumpkin spice is definitely one of my favorite things about fall, so much so that I started making my own version. I use it year around but especially from September through November. I recently shared it during a girls’ weekend my by college BFFs. We used it in our morning pumpkin smoothies and afternoon apple cider mimosas! So good!
Make Your Own Pumpkin Spice Blend; So Easy
I tried pumpkin pie spice from my local market, but found it it quite lackluster. I decided to make my own since I like experimenting with spice blends, adding in some cardamon for some extra zing. I love the citrusy and slightly sweet flavor of this pungent spice often used in Indian food (one of my favs; check out my Chicken Tikka Masala recipe!). It takes just a few minutes and so worth the effort to have on hand all season. Plus, it smells wonderful.
There’s an obsession to enjoy this spice blend in virtually everything because it can fluctuate between sweet and savory. Add to your morning java, smoothie, yogurt or overnight oats; mix into your fall baking recipes (cookies, scones, muffins, apple crisp, pies); add to pumpkin or butternut risotto or pizza and roasted root veggies. The list is endless!
Don’t miss the smoothie recipe in this post that uses the spice blend to make a delicious pumpkin smoothie. It’s like a dessert in a glass (but healthy and nutritious!) that will convert non-smoothie drinkers to ask for more.
Pumpkin Pie Spice with Cardamon
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamon
- 1 teaspoon cloves
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix all the spices together until combined well. Store in a small jar in a cool, dark place.
Must-Try Smoothie Using Pumpkin Spice Recipe
I have to admit, each season I’ll treat myself to a Dunkin’ pumpkin muffin for a whopping 550 calories. Yikes! Since embracing smoothies this year, of course that means I’m sharing a new pumpkin spice smoothie in this post that looks as good as it tastes. It has all the fall flavors I love and half the calories. Sweet sipping!
Get Your Guide on Creating Healthy and Delish Smoothies: Check out my “Smoothie 101” post for details!
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup frozen cauliflower flowerets
- 1/2 cup frozen mango
- 1/2 medium fresh banana
- 2 tablespoons flax (optional)
- 2 teaspoons nut butter
- 3/4 cup cashew milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
Using a Ninja smoothie Maker
- Put all ingredients in the container and select the smoothie setting (blends for 50 seconds). After the first time you process it, check how thick it is, scrape sides and add water (or milk) as needed. Blend again on high speed to fully incorporate all ingredients.
Other Blenders (High Speed Recommended)
- Put all ingredients into the container and blend until smooth. Check the consistency, scrape sides as needed. Add a little water (or milk), as necessary, and pulse until incorporated.
Final step: Garnish
- Pour into a large glass or to-go container. Sprinkle with pumpkin spice.
- For a special treat, drizzle with maple syrup!
LOVE SMOOTHIES? Check out some of my other recipes to kickstart your mornings!
- Green smoothie (see recipe)
- Purple smoothie (see recipe)
- Red smoothie (see recipe)
- Kale and blueberry smoothie (see recipe)
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My husband would love for me to make homemade pumpkin spice! I will have to try this during the fall.
I can’t wait to try out this pumpkin spice recipe. It sounds so delicious. It’s really the best of fall.
I love this pumpkin spice recipe! It’s sneakily healthy and nutritious, but the flavor is pure pumpkin paradise!
This looks so good! And something that I would enjoy any time of year!
Wow this looks like a recipe I can make at home. It sounds so fragrant too!
I’m definitely going to save so much money making my pumpkin spice lattes from home now. Thanks for sharing!
Such a great read to get in the mood for fall. I’ve never put cardamon in pumpkin pie before. I’ll give this a try!
Pumpkin spice smoothie sounds so delicious! Wouldn’t have thought to add cauliflower to it. Need to add this to my list to try.
I’ve tried some many veggie combinations. I like cauliflower because it’s mild and undetectable in smoothies.
Love the idea of making my own pumpkin spice.
Can’t wait to try the pumpkin spice! Sounds yummy.
This looks so good. I need to try this!
Excellent recipe! I will surely try it out today! 😃
Omg Amazing recipes. Can’t wait to try! Thanks 4 sharing.
Awesome ideas. I would love to try some.
This looks such a great yummy winter smoothie thanks for sharing!
I have every one of those ingredients for pumpkin spice – had no idea it was that easy!
I am saving this to make some of the smoothies. I love how you mix the various spices to bring out more flavor.
This sounds like a really yummy way to satisfy your pumpkin spice craving. Thanks for sharing!
Great blog. Love the recipes
Never tried the pumpkin spice. Will do that for sure now. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you! Such a helpful post blog. I have always wanted to know how to make pumpkin spice and now I know!
Pumpkin Pie Spice is one of my son’s favorite. Thanks for the recipe. Your pumpkin pie smoothie sounds delicious. I don’t drink coffee and most of the pumpkin fall drinks are hot coffee based. So, I can’t wait to try out your smoothie recipe!! It sounds delicious.
Great pumpkin-themed recipes! They sound delicious!
This was so much better than I thought it would be! Thank you!
Yummy pumpkin spice. Thank you for sharing 😊
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Mmmm the pumpkin spice smoothie sounds amazing. Thank you for also sharing a recipe for a homemade pumpkin spice blend!
This looks like something I can try. Thanks for sharing ☺️
I’m sure it will be delicious. And it’s not so complicated.
So yummy! I am gonna make it this pumpkin smoothie.
Love to try pumpkin spice during the fall weather. There’s something magical about it. Love the recipe!