Cinnamon Free Chili Powder Blend
Most store-bought chili powder blends quietly sneak cinnamon into the mix — sometimes listed plainly, sometimes buried under "spices" — which makes them a real headache if you're trying to avoid it. This homemade blend solves that problem completely by putting you in control of every single ingredient. Ancho chile powder forms the deep, earthy backbone, while smoked and sweet paprika layer in rich color and subtle complexity. Ground cumin brings that unmistakable warmth, cayenne adds a gentle kick, and dried oregano rounds everything out with a hint of herbal brightness. The whole thing comes together in minutes with just a whisk and a bowl, and once it's sealed in a jar it stays fresh for up to six months. Use it in chili, tacos, marinades, or anywhere you want bold, smoky flavor without any unwanted surprises.
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12 servings
- 3 tbsp ancho chile powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp fine salt
Instructions
- 1
Add the ancho chile powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, ground coriander, and fine salt to a small bowl.
- 2
Whisk or stir until the spices are evenly combined and no streaks of individual spices remain.
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