What you need:
1/2 C. Granulated White Sugar (or sugar substitute*~~See Below)
Rounded T. Fresh Ground Cinnamon (more or less to taste)
1/2 tsp. Ginger
1/2 tsp. Allspice
1/4 tsp. Cloves
Small Whisk
Mason jar with lid or Spice Jar with lid
Jar or bottle funnel
Bowl
Labels
Directions:
Whisk together the sugar and cinnamon until well incorporated. Using a funnel, pour into mason jars or spice jars, cap and store in the cupboard. Adjust the cinnamon and other spices to your own taste, using more or less than the above ratio.
Alternative Pumpkin Spice Sugar
1/2 C. Coconut Palm Sugar
1 Rounded T. Fresh Ground Cinnamon
1/2 tsp. Ginger
1/2 tsp. Allspice
1/4 tsp. Cloves
Directions:
Proceed as above. Store in air-tight containers in the cupboard or pantry.
Uses: Sprinkled on Fresh Fruit, French Toast, Toast, or whipped cream. Add to fruit for pies or to top a pie or dessert. Pumpkin Cinnamon rolls before rolling and slicing. or Fritters. Hot cooked Cereal. Cookies (ie: Pumpkin Snickerdoodles)
Note: For those that need to watch their glucose levels, Coconut Palm Sugar does not alter glucose for most individuals. You will be the best judge, by testing a small amount to see if your own blood sugar is elevated. It is a much healthier option than the artificial sweeteners, and I have not detected a coconut taste or even smell of coconut; to me it tastes similar to a light brown sugar. with a similar smell. Coconut Palm Sugar can be found in most grocery outlets in the baking section or can be purchased online. I have seen it available in two different sizes in grocery stores, but there may be more options online. As always if you have dietary concerns, consult your medical professional.
Tip: A spice jar with a top for sprinkling is handy when you only want a sprinkle on fruit or toast or whipped cream. A mason jar is handy when you need more sugar at once to spoon out for cinnamon rolls or other desserts. If making for gifts label with the measurements of each spice so the recipient can make their own.
Tip: If you have an allergy to Cinnamon; Cardamom is a good substitute that most people can tolerate.
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