Description
This Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix is a warm, fragrant blend of traditional spices perfect for adding rich flavor to your holiday baking and beverages. Easy to make and great for gifting, this spice mix includes cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, and optional hints of cardamom and coriander to elevate your gingerbread recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
Spices
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons ground allspice
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinches of ground cardamom and coriander (optional for more flavor)
Instructions
- Combine Spices: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground allspice, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, and the optional pinches of cardamom and coriander until well blended.
- Package for Use or Gift: Transfer the spice mix into small airtight bags or jars. Label them with a printable gift tag and include the recipe for perfect gingerbread cookies if desired, making it a thoughtful homemade gift.
Notes
- The optional cardamom and coriander add a unique, deeper flavor to the spice mix but can be omitted if preferred.
- Store the spice mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months to maintain freshness.
- This mix can be used in a variety of baked goods and warm beverages besides gingerbread cookies.
- Adjust the quantities proportionally if you want to make larger or smaller batches.