Unpopular Opinion…….Gingerbread Spice is better than Pumpkin Spice. 

Pumpkin pie spice is heavy on cinnamon which while I love I prefer the balance gingerbread provides. An equal amount of allspice, ginger, and cinnamon gives a totally different flavor. While adding a pinch of black pepper takes it just over the top a favorite Christmas taste.

This is such an easy spice mix to make. Simply measure the ingredients into a container with a lid and give a good shake. I like to also give it a good shake right before I measure out some for use.

Gingerbread Spice resembles the ever-so-popular Pumpkin Pie Spice but while they have similar spices in the mix they are different. Using the same spices in different ratios gives a completely different flavor profile.

Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix

This mix makes a fun holiday gift for neighbors and friends. This jar set from Amazon is super cute and comes with a funnel and chalkboard labels. Pair it with a gingerbread man cookie cutter for over-the-top fun!

Gather The Ingredients

The great thing about this mix is it uses everyday on-hand spices to make something special and festive.

• 2 Tablespoons ground allspice
• 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 2 Tablespoons ground ginger
• 1 Tablespoon ground cloves
• 1 Tablespoon ground nutmeg
• pinch of black pepper

Let’s Make Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix

This couldn’t be easier! Simply mix all the measured spices together, and stir or shake to fully mix for that great gingerbread flavor.

1. Measure all spices into a jar, place the lid on tightly, and give a good shake to mix them together.
2. Store in an airtight container

Recipe Note: I like to give the spice mix a good shake before I measure for each recipe. Spice mixes don’t normally settle but it never hurts to give them a good mix before use.

Recipe Note: I like to mix each recipe individually by just adding directly to the jar I am using for storage or for giving.

Homemade White Hot Chocolate Mix

A delicious mix of ingredients for decadent homemade white hot chocolate any time you want!

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Tips, Tricks, Comments, and Questions

Black pepper you ask? Yep, black pepper is earthy, spicy and zesty! All the things you want in your gingerbread. It adds just a note of savory to the traditional warmth you get from the cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice.

I like to make this recipe in small batches. I think it ensures each batch is the perfect combination and ratio of spices. You should be sure your jars are ready, spices keep flavor and aroma better in a sealed container.

Gingerbread spice when stored in an airtight container or bottle will keep for a whole year. But let’s be honest it smells so amazing and tastes so festive you will use it all and want to make fresh every year for the holidays.

During the holiday season replace cinnamon with this gingerbread spice for a delicious festive take on cinnamon rolls. Same great aroma and deep flavor with a Christmas twist.

Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls

A little fun twist on traditional cinnamon rolls that uses a white box cake mix.

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Fun ways to use this spice mix:

• to “spice” up your hot chocolate or white hot chocolate
• in your morning oatmeal or in overnight oats
• would be so amazing in my Old Fashioned Oatmeal Molasses Cookies
• I use it in my french toast egg mixture during the holidays
• makes a fun gift
• add to your pancake batter for a festive treat
• Gingerbread Candied Pecans

Gingerbread Candied Pecans

Pecan halves roasted in sugar, spices and an egg white make a tasty holiday treat.

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Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons ground allspice
• 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 2 Tablespoons ground ginger
• 1 Tablespoon ground cloves
• 1 Tablespoon ground nutmeg
• pinch of black pepper

Instructions

• Measure all spices into a jar, place lid on tightly and give a good shake to mix together.
• Store in an airtight container

Notes

Store in a dry cool area and the spice mix will last for a year.

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My oldest came up with this blend and it is perfect. You can use as much or as little as you like and it complements the pork without overpowering it.

Can we just talk about her adorable little hack of writing the recipe on the lid of the mason jar she keeps it in?

So easy and handy to have the recipe right there when you run out. No sifting through piles of recipes, shuffling through the junk drawer, checking your browser history.

I do realize my goal is to have you visit my site as often as possible but I feel like giving you solid advice and handy tricks are just as important. And this one is ingenious really, her Momma raised her good!

Pork Chop Seasoning

I always grab this spice mix when making my Pork Chop Sheet Pan Dinner!

And that towel…….

I call this seasoning for pork chops, but let’s be super real it tastes great on anything! Chicken, potatoes, any pork cut. You could even put it on a beef roast if you wanted!

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Pork Chop Seasoning

A great blend of spices to have on hand for quick pork chop meals.

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon oregano

Instructions

• Mix all ingredients together, store in an airtight container
• When ready to use sprinkle liberally on meat or potatoes - you can also use olive oil before the seasoning to make it coat better

This post is sponsored by Indiana Pork but the thoughts and opinions are all mine!

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