Quick & Easy Cinnamon
Quick & Easy Cinnamon recipes offer warm, fragrant, and comforting dishes perfect for any time of day. Combining simple pantry staples with the unmistakable aroma of cinnamon, these recipes transform everyday meals into cozy, flavorful experiences with minimal ingredients and effort.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-25 minutes (depending on specific dish)
- Total Time: 25-35 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Dried Ingredients
- Ground cinnamon – 1 to 2 teaspoons
- Sugar or sweetener – 2 to 4 tablespoons (adjust to taste)
- Flour – 1 to 2 cups (all-purpose or gluten-free alternatives like almond or oat flour)
Wet Ingredients
- Butter or oil – 2 to 4 tablespoons (unsalted butter preferred)
- Milk or cream – 1/2 to 1 cup (warm for better flavor blending; plant-based milk for dairy-free)
Optional Add-ins
- Nuts or seeds (walnuts, pecans, chia seeds) – 1/4 to 1/2 cup
- Fruits (apples, bananas, raisins) – 1/2 to 1 cup, chopped or mashed
- Sweetener alternatives (honey, maple syrup, coconut sugar) – as desired
- Egg substitutes (flaxseed meal mixed with water or applesauce) – 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 3 tablespoons water or 1/4 cup applesauce
- Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients – Start by assembling all your classic ingredients on the counter to keep the process smooth and efficient.
- Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients – In a bowl, combine ground cinnamon, sugar (or sweetener), and flour (if baking) thoroughly to ensure even spice distribution.
- Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients – Mix butter, milk, or oil into the dry blend, stirring gently to form a smooth, balanced mixture.
- Step 4: Cook or Bake – Depending on the recipe—whether it’s a quick stovetop cinnamon toast or baked cinnamon swirls—follow your specific method to achieve that perfect golden finish.
- Step 5: Serve Warm – Enjoy the recipe freshly prepared, allowing the cinnamon aroma and warmth to shine at their peak.
Notes
- Use fresh ground cinnamon for the most vibrant flavor.
- Adjust sugar or sweetener to balance the cinnamon’s natural spice.
- When baking, mix ingredients just until combined to keep textures light and fluffy.
- Opt for quality butter to enhance richness and mouthfeel.
- Warm your milk before mixing to blend flavors better and speed up the cooking process.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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