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Pumpkin spice blend Calories
Warm aromatic spice blend, typically cinnamon-forward
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (medium) of Pumpkin spice blend (3 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 247 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Pumpkin spice blend Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 2.6 g
6
KCAL / 2.6G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 5% · Fat 12%
Pumpkin spice blend nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (medium) (2.6 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 6 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.91 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Teaspoon of Pumpkin spice blend?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 2.6 g | 6 kcal |
| ½ teaspoon (small) | 1.3 g | 3 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 5.2 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 7.8 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 15.6 g | 39 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 26 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 70 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 52 g | 128 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 247 kcal |
Calculated from 247 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pumpkin spice blend
What is in a pumpkin spice blend?
A pumpkin spice blend usually combines cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves, sometimes with allspice. Cinnamon is often the dominant flavor, but the proportions vary by maker, so one blend can taste sweeter or sharper than another.
Does a pumpkin spice blend contain pumpkin?
No, a pumpkin spice blend normally contains spices, not pumpkin. The name comes from the blend’s traditional use in pumpkin pie; add pumpkin purée separately if you want actual pumpkin flavor and texture in a recipe.
How do you use a pumpkin spice blend?
Use a pumpkin spice blend to flavor baked goods, oatmeal, yogurt or warm drinks. Stir it into wet ingredients or sprinkle a little over the finished dish, adding gradually so the cinnamon, ginger and cloves do not overpower it.
Is pumpkin spice blend the same as pumpkin pie spice?
Yes, the names usually refer to the same kind of cinnamon-forward spice mix used in pumpkin pie. Recipes and commercial blends can differ, however, so check the ingredients if you need a particular flavor balance.
How can I make a pumpkin spice blend at home?
You can make a pumpkin spice blend by mixing ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves, with optional allspice. Start with cinnamon as the main ingredient, then adjust the sharper spices to taste and store the mix in a sealed jar.
What can I use instead of a pumpkin spice blend?
If you do not have a pumpkin spice blend, use cinnamon with smaller amounts of ginger and nutmeg. Add a tiny pinch of ground cloves or allspice if available; both have strong flavors and can quickly dominate a recipe.
How do you make a pumpkin spice latte with a pumpkin spice blend?
For a quick pumpkin spice latte, stir the blend into hot coffee and steamed or warmed milk. For a more distinctly pumpkin-like drink, whisk in pumpkin purée as well; mixing the spices into a little warm liquid first helps prevent clumps.
Can you put a pumpkin spice blend in coffee without making a latte?
Yes, you can add a pumpkin spice blend to brewed coffee, though the ground spices will not dissolve completely. Stir it into hot coffee with milk or a little sweetener, or mix it into coffee grounds before brewing for a milder flavor.
What does a pumpkin spice blend taste like?
A pumpkin spice blend tastes warm, sweet-smelling and aromatic, with cinnamon usually leading and ginger, nutmeg and cloves adding a sharper, earthy finish. It is a spice flavor rather than a pumpkin flavor, since the blend typically contains no pumpkin.
How should you store a pumpkin spice blend?
Store a pumpkin spice blend in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard, away from steam and direct heat. Its spices may remain usable for a while, but the aroma gradually fades, so replace it when it no longer smells fragrant.
Pumpkin spice blend Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.05mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.32µg · 0% DV
Biotin
0.08µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.21mg · 9% DV
Calcium
17mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.23mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
25mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.91mg · 0% DV
Pumpkin spice blend Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pumpkin spice blend
To burn the 6 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (2.6 g):
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What is Pumpkin spice blend?
Pumpkin spice blend is a cinnamon-forward mix, commonly combining cinnamon with ginger, nutmeg and cloves. Despite the name, it contains no pumpkin. It is associated with North American pumpkin pie and autumn cooking, and is now used in seasonal drinks and baking well beyond the United States and Canada.
Its warm, sweetly aromatic flavour suits coffee, hot chocolate, porridge, cakes and roasted squash. A little goes a long way, so it adds plenty of aroma without contributing much to a serving’s overall nutrition. Stir it into plain yogurt or oatmeal for an easy flavour boost, or use it to season pumpkin before roasting; adjust the amount to keep the cloves and ginger from overpowering the dish.
How Nutritious Is Pumpkin spice blend?
Nutrient density
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Pumpkin spice blend Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Pumpkin spice blend Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Pumpkin spice blend Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pumpkin spice blend Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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