25 Cinnamon Recipes To Make Your Kitchen Extra Cozy

It's easy to forget about the beauty of cinnamon, but this humble spice can instantly make oatmeal taste like dessert, turn ordinary dough into a bakery-level indulgence, or coax sweet potato wedges into candy territory. If you're looking for a special breakfast, a cozy fall baking project or a clever new recipe for cheesecake, there just might be a cinnamon recipe to come to the rescue.

Tender scones studded with apple chunks are the perfect pairing for coffee. Cream helps bind the dough into a light, tender crumb that’s never dry. Sprinkle the tops with turbinado sugar before baking for a pleasant crunch in each bite.

Store-bought tortillas, cinnamon and sugar are all you need to make this crispy dessert. Fry strips of tortilla in oil, then transfer to your cinnamon-sugar mixture. Eat on their own, or pair with ice cream or berries.

A pinch of cinnamon meets buttery honey glaze in this simple sheet pan side. Most of the work happens in the oven, so you can ignore it while tackling the main course. Serve with roast chicken or grilled pork tenderloin.

Swirls of cinnamon-brown sugar filling lace fluffy pancakes, finished with a cream cheese drizzle. Batter and swirl come together in minutes so you can start flipping and serving. A piping bag or squeeze bottle makes for ultra-simple swirling.

Festive weekend or holiday mornings call for a decadent breakfast dish you can make ahead. This baked French toast casserole delivers all the soft, creamy textures of the classic breakfast without endless griddling slice-by-slice. The whole dish is topped with a brown sugar-cinnamon topping that bakes into crisp deliciousness.

Fluffy cupcakes with a tangy cinnamon-cream cheese frosting taste decadent while still sneaking in some hidden vegetables. The batter whips up like any classic cupcake, and you can use canned sweet potato puree to lighten the prep load. Sprinkle with chopped pecans for a toasty crunch.

Part side dish, part dessert, these baked sweet potatoes are roasted until tender and topped with toasted meringue. The potatoes are twice baked, the flesh blended with tahini, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon, before returning to the oven to crisp. Break this out when you want that holiday table wow-factor.

Even the fiercest of cinnamon cravings is no match for these soft and chewy snickerdoodle bars. These blondie-style bars offer all the joy of the classic cookie with none of the scooping. Great for bake sale emergencies or sudden sweet-tooth attacks.

Burnished top with a creamy middle, this Basque-style cheesecake has a subtle citrus flavor and a twist of spice. This recipe needs no water bath or crust, just line a pan with parchment and bake. Serve with a dark rum-infused whipped cream and a sprinkle of added cinnamon.

Mini bagels can become an effortless brunch treat with a little creativity. Spread each half with a maple-cream cheese layer, then top with a pecan-cinnamon streusel. Bake until crisp and drizzle with a creamy icing to finish.

Cozy rice pudding gets a citrusy pop from fresh orange peel in the pot. It simmers on the stovetop until the rice becomes perfectly tender and creamy. Serve with a pinch of cinnamon and a mascarpone topping.

What collection of cinnamon recipes would be complete without a ooey-gooey cinnamon roll recipe? Each soft spiral is oozing with buttery cinnamon filling and topped with cream cheese glaze. If you have been looking for the perfect cinnamon roll recipe to rival your local bakery, this is the one.

Cinnamon is the star in these buttery rounds that need no frosting to keep you coming back for more. Mix in molasses for a softer texture plus a mixture of warm spices. Bake until just browned and you have a tasty, simple cookie that goes with everything.

Crunchy, sweet and just a little salty, these stovetop nuts take just 10 minutes to make. A skillet and parchment sheet are all the tools you need to prepare this addictive snack. Pack into jars for last-minute gifting or keep ‘em handy for a sweet treat.

Brown sugar bars packed with grated apple stay extra moist and enjoy added fall flavor. Everything mixes by hand in one bowl in this simple recipe that bakes for just 30 minutes. Perfect for pot lucks, apple picking or enjoying any time.

These spiced olive oil cookies soak in orange honey syrup for extra moisture. The dough is hand-mixed and bakes in just 20 minutes. Dust with cinnamon-scented walnuts, brew a strong cup of coffee and enjoy a relaxing and sweet moment.

All the luxury of a fresh doughnut, none of the fryer oil headache. These soft and fluffy morsels bake in a special pan to create a tender cake with less mess. Coat with cinnamon sugar just after baking and enjoy with a hot cup of coffee.

You might find yourself hypnotized by the swirly-twirly top of this dreamy cheesecake. Baked onto a layer of crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, the filling is divided into two contrasting mixtures that are mixed before baking in a water bath. Once chilled, slice and serve to anyone that’s craving a cinnamon sugar treat.

The rolled-up wonder of cinnamon rolls can be enjoyed in a chewy cookie with this easy recipe. Make a simple sugar cookie dough, then roll it out thin and cover with a cinnamon-sugar mixture. Roll it up, slice it into rounds and bake until just starting to brown.

If you like horchata, you’ll love this subtly spiced ice cream. The custard cooks gently on the stovetop before a chill and churn. Scoop alongside apple pie or straight from the tub.

These shell-shaped French cakes get a cinnamon twist that makes them perfect for pairing with a hot cup of tea. A quick battle chill helps form that signature hump. After baking, dust with extra spice and enjoy.

This recipe showcases one of the ways that cinnamon can be used in savory dishes to add warm flavor. It’s blended into carrot puree with a touch of lemon and plenty of butter so that it can luxuriously coat a batch of pasta. Make this when you need a quick, family-friendly recipe any night of the week.

Puff pastry and cinnamon sugar are a match made in heaven. Pick up a store-bought dough, then spread it evenly with a mix of cinnamon and sugar. Fold the edges, slice, and bake into golden brown, heart-shaped bites of joy.

Cinnamon-infused milk, a splash of booze and sweet cereal crumbs make this grown-up sipper. Shake, strain and pour over ice to serve. Rim the glasses with extra crushed cereal for added flair.