As soon as the days get shorter again, the leaves turn wonderful autumnal colors and it gets colder outside, I prepare my first batch of gingerbread spice at home. It is perfect for sprinkling on your freshly brewed coffee, whipping up delicious cream with it or using it in my apple pie and NATURALLY in my homemade gingerbread !

My special tip for dingy autumn days: I love to sprinkle the gingerbread spice on my freshly made cappuccino, then I sweeten it a bit with our delicious PureBee honey , on a cold winter day, with a good book it's just wonderfully relaxing

Those of you living outside of Germany or Western Europe will know that traditional German Lebkuchen spice is almost impossible to find in supermarkets. In Germany, however, you can find it in every well-stocked supermarket from September.

However, if you prefer the better homemade version, this recipe for homemade gingerbread spice is just the thing for you!

I can imagine that some of you are now thinking: I don't want to buy all these spices just to make a gingerbread spice and the rest will end up in the bin sooner or later!

But don't worry, most of these spices have many different uses. Many of these spices are used very often, especially in Indian cuisine. Just google the individual spices and you will find many recipe ideas and be inspired.

The best way, in my opinion, so that no spices are wasted, is simply to make a large amount of delicious gingerbread spice and give it to friends and family.