What does gingerbread spice contain?

Stir together the cinnamon, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, black pepper and ground cloves in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Use accordingly in your favorite gingerbread-spiced recipes. The spice mix can be stored in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

What's the difference between gingerbread and pumpkin spice?

What's The Difference Between Pumpkin Pie Spice And Gingerbread Spice? Both actually include most, if not all, of these same ingredients, though in different amounts. Pumpkin pie spice is heavy on cinnamon, while gingerbread spice has a balance of cinnamon, allspice, and ginger .

Why is gingerbread spicy?

Ginger is the spice you will find in every gingerbread recipe. It comes from the knobby rhizome of a tropical plant and has a peppery zing and spicy scent. It comes fresh, ground, or crystalized. Fresh ginger, known as gingerroot, is an underground stem.

Does McCormick make gingerbread spice?

Amazon.com: Customer reviews: McCormick Gingerbread Spice , 0.8 OZ.

What is a substitute for allspice in gingerbread?

Combine cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves thoroughly in a small mixing bowl. Use as a 1:1 substitute for 1 tsp of allspice.

What makes gingerbread taste like gingerbread?

This recipe uses a cozy blend of wintery spices: ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and cloves work with the flavors of the molasses for a true gingerbread flavor.

What are the three types of gingerbread?

The three distinct types of gingerbread are brown gingerbread, wafer-based gingerbread and honey gingerbread. BROWN GINGERBREAD. WAFER GINGERBREAD. HONEY GINGERBREAD.

Does allspice taste like ginger?

Allspice does contain all the flavors of cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon combined - in one single berry. A common misconception is that allspice is a blend of different spices.

What is the main flavor of gingerbread?

Gingerbread refers to a broad category of baked goods, typically flavored with ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and cinnamon and sweetened with honey, sugar, or molasses.

What is in mixed spice?

Here is a typical blend of spices used to make mixed spice: 1 Tbs ground allspice. 1 Tbs ground cinnamon. 1 Tbs ground nutmeg. 2 tsp ground mace. 1 tsp ground cloves. 1 tsp ground coriander. 1 tsp ground Ginger. Blend all spices together, and store in a sealed jar away from light.

What does ginger do for the body?

Ginger is not just delicious. Gingerol, a natural component of ginger root, benefits gastrointestinal motility ― the rate at which food exits the stomach and continues along the digestive process. Eating ginger encourages efficient digestion, so food doesn't linger as long in the gut. Nausea relief.

What is the Flavour of gingerbread?

The general term of gingerbread is used to describe the broad category of baked goods which are flavoured with the spice blend of ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, cardamom, anise and molasses/honey .

What does gingerbread flavor taste like?

Gingerbread is a classic treat that is especially popular during the holiday season. It can be presented in a variety of forms from cookies to houses to little men. No matter its appearance, the taste is always pleasantly sweet with a mild, peppery kick .

What is allspice made of?

Allspice is a spice made from the dried berries of a plant known as Pimenta dioica , which is a member of the myrtle family. The flavor of allspice brings to mind cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and pepper.

Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix Recipe

December 14, 2018 By Nicole Harris 15 Comments

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Try this simple Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix Recipe and you will never want to use the store bought variety again! This gingerbread spice blend is great for your holiday recipes. Or make a batch to give as homemade gifts.

This post was originally published December 7, 2013.

Gingerbread Spice Recipe

It is super quick and easy to mix up your own Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix. With just cinnamon, ginger, clove and nutmeg you can make a mini batch for personal baking or a large batch to give as gifts.

I can get a little obsessed with Gingerbreadduring the holiday season. Gingerbread and eggnog are my favorite holiday flavors. I use this mix to make my gingerbread creations.

Check out my Gingerbread Spiced Hot Cocoa Mix Recipe!

If you bake at all, these spices are probably already hanging out in your cupboard. All you need is ground Ginger, Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Clove. The best part about making your own spice blends is that you can personalize them to your tastes.

I LOVE CINNAMON . . . so I added extra! Feel free to adjust these spice measurements to fit your tastes.

What Ingredients Do You Need For Gingerbread Spice Mix

Ginger
Cinnamon
Nutmeg
Clove

More Gingerbread Recipes:

Gluten Free Ginger Cookies
Gingerbread Fudge
Vegan Gingerbread Pancakes
Gingerbread Energy Bites
Paleo Gingerbread Loaf

Gingerbread Spice Mix Recipe

Yield: 6

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Try this simple Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix Recipe and you will never want to use the store bought variety again! This gingerbread spice blend is great for your holiday recipes. Or make a batch to give as homemade gifts.

Ingredients

2 Tb Ground Ginger
2 Tb Ground Cinnamon
1 Tb Ground Cloves
1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg

Instructions

In a bowl, mix all spices together using a whisk or fork.
Transfer to an airtight container.

Notes

This recipe makes enough for personal use. If making spice mix for gifts, increase measurements accordingly.

Adapted from Raley's

Nutrition Information

Yield 6
Amount Per ServingCalories 16Sodium 4mgCarbohydrates 4g

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Holly B. says
December 8, 2013 at

What would I use the gingerbread spice in? Cookies? Hot Chocolate? I am curious. I have tried to make gingerbread cookies from scratch, but the recipes always have weird ingredients.
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- Nicole Harris says
  December 8, 2013 at
  
  I am about to post a gingerbread hot cocoa mix recipe. I also use it in my oatmeal and cereal. I mix it in with my coffee grounds to add flavor. It would make a great milkshake with vanilla ice cream. Pancakes, muffins, frosting, yogurt parfaits … just to name a few ideas 😀
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  - Holly B. says
    December 9, 2013 at
    
    I will try it in one of those suggestions today. Thanks!
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Beth @ The First Year Blog says
December 9, 2013 at

I love making things at home whenever I can too! Nice photos Nicole!
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- Nicole Harris says
  December 10, 2013 at
  
  Thanks Beth!
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Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
December 10, 2013 at

Love the idea of putting this mix in cute glass jars to give as gifts!
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- Nicole Harris says
  December 10, 2013 at
  
  Thanks Jessica! I am Gingerbread Obsessed this year 😀
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Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
December 11, 2013 at

LOVE this! I’m a sucker for gingerbread spice!
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- Nicole Harris says
  December 11, 2013 at
  
  Oh, me too! I am quite obsessed with gingerbread this year!
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Marjorie Cooper says
December 12, 2013 at

Ohhhhhh I love this!!!! I will be making some for gifts too!!! I love the idea of attaching the ginger bread cookie cutter too! Thank-you for sharing!!!
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- Nicole Harris says
  December 14, 2013 at
  
  Thanks Marjorie!I hope you, your friends and family all enjoy! Happy Holidays!
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Pamela Myers says
November 2, 2014 at

I love gingerbread! This sounds wonderful. How much would you use of this mix in the hot cocoa recipe? 2-1/2 Tblsp?
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- Nicole Harris says
  November 4, 2014 at
  
  Hi Pamela! Yes, 2-3 Tablespoons sounds about right for a large batch of cocoa mix. Depending on how much gingerbread flavor you prefer 🙂
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Ejč says
November 29, 2019 at

Thank you ! I needed a gingerbread spice but couldnt find it in closest shops. Your site was the first answer google showed me. What a nice website and beautiful photos. 🙂
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- Nicole Harris says
  December 5, 2019 at
  
  Awesome!
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