Gingerbread Spice Mixture
Elevate your holiday baking and beverages with this homemade Gingerbread Spice Mixture, a fragrant blend of ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice—with a touch of optional cardamom for extra warmth and depth. Crafted in just 5 minutes, this versatile spice mix brings the cozy, nostalgic flavors of gingerbread to life. Store it in an airtight container, and enjoy its aromatic charm for up to six months in cookies, cakes, lattes, or festive holiday dishes. Perfect for DIY kitchen enthusiasts, this recipe ensures a fresher, more flavorful alternative to store-bought spice blends.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Ground ginger
- 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom (optional, for extra warmth)
Directions
Step 1
Measure out all the spices as listed in the ingredients with precise quantities.
Step 2
Combine the ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and ground cardamom (if using) in a small mixing bowl.
Step 3
Stir the spices together thoroughly using a whisk or spoon until evenly mixed.
Step 4
Transfer the spice mixture to an airtight container such as a small jar or spice tin for storage.
Step 5
Store the Gingerbread Spice Mixture in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months. Shake or stir before each use to ensure the spices remain well-blended.
Step 6
Use as desired in recipes for baked goods, hot beverages, or other holiday-inspired dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (30.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 88.8 |
| Total Fat 1.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 14.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.0g | |
| Protein 1.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 159.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 154.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories