The onset of Pumpkin Spice Season seems to arrive earlier each year. I remember when my birthday, October 10th, signaled its beginning. Yet, here we are in mid-August, and it's already started. Capitalism has a way of disrupting tradition. It appears we must reclaim the magic ourselves by crafting our own Pumpkin Spice blend with intention.
READY IN: 10 minutes
YIELD: 1/4 cup
Ingredients:
- 4 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ginger
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
Directions:
1. Combine the ingredients in a bowl and transfer to an airtight container for storage.
2. Taste the blend after making it and adjust the spices as needed to fit your preference.
What have we created?
The primary ingredient, cinnamon, is a versatile spice that invites abundance, promotes healing, provides protection, and ensures success. It's beneficial to sprinkle a little on everything.
Following cinnamon, we have ginger, symbolizing love and wealth, and it's potent enough to safeguard both. Enthusiastically mix it with the cinnamon.
Then, we introduce a touch of allspice to draw some prosperity, which is always welcome, and it contributes to healing as well.
To complete the concoction, add nutmeg for clarity, ensuring that the abundance and success are utilized wisely and always for the greater good.
Stir the mixture clockwise to maximize its effects. It's worthy of a decorative jar and makes a thoughtful gift for the Harvest Festival of Mabon.
Here are a couple of quick and easy ways to use your spices beyond just a sprinkle on your Autumn altar.
Popcorn of Abundance
READY IN: 5 mins
SERVES: 4-6
Ingredients
- 1 (9 ounce) bag microwave popcorn
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Directions
1. Combine sugar and pumpkin pie spice in a small bowl.
2. Pop the popcorn in your microwave according to the package directions or your microwave's settings.
3. Carefully open the bag after removing it from the microwave, being cautious of the steam.
4. Evenly sprinkle the pumpkin spice mixture over the hot popcorn and shake well to distribute.
Latte for Success
READY IN: 6 mins
SERVES: 1
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons canned pumpkin
- 3/4 cup strong brewed hot coffee
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 dash nutmeg
Directions
1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream and pumpkin, stirring constantly. Add sugar and spices. Heat until just boiling.
2. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend on high for 20 seconds (handle with care).
3. Pour into a large cup, add the coffee, and savor.
Now, let the Pumpkin Spice Season commence! It allows us more time to enjoy all the delightful treats. I'm curious about when the Gingerbread Season will start this year?
Stay crafty,
Opal Luna