Winter Spice Blend Mix (Printable)

A warming mix of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves perfect for baking and seasoning dishes.

# Ingredient List:

01 - 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon

02 - 2 tablespoons ground ginger

03 - 1 tablespoon ground allspice

04 - 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg

05 - 2 teaspoons ground cloves

06 - 1 teaspoon ground cardamom

07 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

01 - In a small bowl, combine all ground spices.

02 - Whisk the spices together until evenly blended.

03 - Transfer the mixture to an airtight container.

04 - Keep the container in a cool, dry place for up to six months.

01 -

You control every single spice ratio, making it perfectly suited to your taste and not some distant manufacturer's formula
A half cup of this blend transforms ordinary baked goods, drinks, and roasted vegetables into something that tastes like someone who loves you made it
The aroma alone, when you first open the jar, becomes a sensory reminder that winter has its own kind of warmth

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Pre-ground spices lose potency over time, so if your jar has been sitting for a year, start fresh. The difference in warmth and aroma is remarkable.
When measuring from your finished blend into recipes, use a light hand the first time. You can always add more spice, but you can't take it out. I learned this lesson with an overly spiced batch of gingerbread.

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Toast your whole spices before grinding them if you have the time, then grind them fresh. The difference in intensity and freshness is worth the extra effort.
Store your blend in multiple small jars instead of one large one. This keeps the main jar sealed longer, preserving freshness while you use the smaller jar for daily cooking.