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How to Make Ground Allspice From Whole Berries

Ground allspice in a white bowl with whole allspice berries.
Learn how to make ground allspice from whole dried allspice berries in about 2 minutes. Freshly ground allspice is warm, fragrant, and useful for baking, seasoning blends, marinades, sauces, and stews.
Marina Sestan
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Serving Size 5 tablespoons

Equipment

  • Electric spice grinder
  • Measuring spoons or small measuring cup
  • Clean, dry spice jar with an airtight lid
  • Small funnel optional

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons whole dried allspice berries about 1 ounce/28 grams

Instructions

  • Measure the allspice berries. Make sure the berries, grinder, and storage jar are completely dry.
    Whole allspice berries ready to grind in a spice grinder.
  • Add the berries to the spice grinder without filling it past the manufacturer's limit. Work in batches if needed.
    Whole allspice berries in an electric spice grinder.
  • Grind for about 20 seconds, or until the hard cracking sound stops.
  • Let the spice dust settle. Check for large pieces and pulse again until the spice reaches the texture you need.
    Fresh ground allspice powder inside a spice grinder.
  • Transfer the ground allspice to a clean, dry airtight jar. Label with the grinding date.
    Freshly ground allspice stored in a glass spice jar.

Notes

  • Grind in batches if the grinder cup is crowded.
  • Let the spice dust settle before opening the lid.
  • A mortar and pestle works but usually makes a coarser powder.
  • Store in a cool, dark, dry cupboard and use within about 2 months for the strongest aroma.
  • The ground yield varies by berry size and grind texture. Measure the finished powder when exact volume matters.
  • Nutrition information was not calculated because spices are normally used in small amounts.
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