Cinnamon Ideas That Go Beyond Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon Rolls and So Much More

It’s not the “roll” that made the cinnamon roll an all-time classic—it’s the cinnamon. It's that delightful spice with just the right amount of warmth, and when you combine it with something sweet, it’s like nothing else on Earth! But the cinnamon roll is just the beginning. From sweet to savory, check out the many recipes that take cinnamon to a whole new level.

Cookies

If you’re looking for a way to expand the possibilities of cinnamon in your baking, cookies are the perfect place to start. From the practically effortless 4-ingredient Quick Snickerdoodles, to the more involved—but much more impressive—Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies, you can see how cookies are an ideal canvas to show your guests what cinnamon can bring to the table. And if you do get a little homesick for the classic cinnamon roll taste, Cinnamon Roll Pie Cookies have got you covered.

There’s so much that cinnamon can bring to the dessert table. Our Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake or even the Overnight Cinnamon Roll Tres Leches Cake can give you that cinnamon roll experience in a super-sized package. Try a classic Easy Dutch Apple Pie for a nostalgic dessert that’s sure to satisfy. Or, try something new with an indulgent Spiced Chocolate Cheesecake. Whatever you’re craving, adding cinnamon will give your dessert a cozy, comforting feel.

Baby Elephant Ears: They’re not quite a cookie and not quite a roll. But what they definitely are is delicious. Serve a Cinnamon Sugar Pull Apart Loaf at your next gathering, and watch the tender, sweet, and savory treat disappear before your eyes. Or if you really want to make an impression, Gingerbread Cinnamon Twists bring together two incredible, iconic flavors in one delicious recipe.

Breakfast and brunch are great meals for experimenting with sweet and savory flavors. Why not make the most important meal of the day the most delicious meal as well? You can start simple with Cinnamon Pear Pancakes, stretch your skills with a French Toast Bake, or try something totally different like a Spiced Pear and Pomegranate Crescent Pizza. Whether you go with a classic or reinvent the meal, cinnamon recipes give any brunch a boost.

There’s more to cinnamon than just breakfast and baked goods. Try cinnamon in our Curried Soup with Cheese Filled Naan for a unique take on global flavors. Cinnamon also adds a unique character to traditionally spicy dishes, like in our Spicy Mole Pork Burritos. Or bring the combination of cinnamon and apples to a new dish in the form of Spiced Apple Squash Soup.

Is cinnamon nature’s perfect spice? The jury’s out, but what we know for sure is that it tastes perfect in a wide range of recipes. Explore the full collection, find a few favorites, and make your next gathering your best one yet.