Golden-yellow and fragrant, cinnamon gives a distinctive flavor to sweet treats and a unique twist in savory meals. If you're a fan of this incredible spice with many health benefits, check out these 30 sweet and savory Cinnamon Recipes that prove cinnamon may just be the most versatile spice in your cabinet.
A few things make me feel warm and fuzzy, like the smell of cinnamon drifting through the kitchen does. The aroma is intoxicating. And it comes with some pretty sweet health benefits too. And while cinnamon is usually associated with colder months and holiday time when we bake desserts using this warming spice, nothing really stops us from using cinnamon all year round.
Cinnamon has a warm, slightly spicy taste that lends well to a variety of dishes, sweet and savory. Here are 30 Cinnamon Recipes that prove cinnamon may be the most versatile spice in your cabinet.
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Breakfast recipes
- Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bake
- Cinnamon Orange Granola
- Cinnamon French Toast
- Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
- Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
- Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
- Blueberry Oatmeal Porridge
Smoothie recipes
- Cherry Banana Smoothie
- Mixed Berry Smoothie
- Carrot Cake Smoothie
- Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
- Apple Peanut Butter Smoothie
Desserts
- Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
- Apple Cinnamon Muffins
- Honey Cinnamon Cookies
- Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
- Cinnamon Vanilla Donuts
- Easy Apple Pear Crisp
Drinks
Snack recipes
- Toasted Cinnamon Coconut Chips
- Spicy Cinnamon Roasted Almonds
- Chocolate Cinnamon Balls
- Chocolate Prune Energy Balls
- Apple Pie Energy Bites
Savory recipes
- Spicy Broccoli Soup
- Quick Pan Seared Pork Chops by Gluten Free Homestead
- Butternut Squash Soup by This Healthy Kitchen
- Spiced Chicken and Rice with Apples and Raisins by Bowl of Delicious
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Sasha says
I can't believe I used to hate cinnamon when I was younger because I absolutely adore it now! Can't get enough. Love this list of recipes to use it- I'll be going straight for the gingerbread hot chocolate. Yum!
Patti says
I love cinnamon. It's probably my favorite spice to add to sweet dishes. I think that my favorite of these recipes is the carrot cake baked oatmeal. Carrot cake is my hubby's favorite cake, and that recipe for carrot cake baked oatmeal is a winner.
Sara says
What a perfect recipe roundup for the season! I LOVE the warmth of cinnamon in recipes, but I never really venture much out of the usual suspects of recipes! This is totally introducing me to a whole new world of cinnamon recipes!
Kate says
I love cinnamon and all of these recipes sound delicious! I really want to try the gingerbread hot chocolate!
Rebecca Blackwell says
YUM! I love cinnamon anything, so this collection is right up my alley. Thank you so much for putting so many great recipes in one place. I can't wait to dive in and make a few of these!
Leanne says
Cinnamon is the one spice I replenish the most in my spice cabinet! And while it definitely has a fall cozy vibe, I use it year round. But I only really bake with it or add it to sweet recipes. I never thought to add it to savoury recipes. I'll have to check out all the links in your post, especially that pork chop recipe!
Shelley says
I practically felt healthier just LOOKING at all these yummy, nutritious recipe ideas! SO great that you've got every meal covered - even some savory recipe ideas for dinner. Lots of opportunities to work healthful and oh-so-delicious cinnamon into more recipes! :)
Cynthia Nicoletti says
Our family loves cinnamon so these are perfect recipes to try.
Candice says
I love cinnamon! And this is the perfect roundup... now I just have to decide which one to make first...the coconut chips or the muffins... yum!
Dana Brillante-Peller says
These cinnamon recipes do come in handy. I like that you've included drinks as well.
Catherine says
I love cinnamon and would love to try some of these wonderful recipes! There is nothing more comforting on a fall morning than a spiced treat!!
Catherine says
I love cinnamon and would love to try some of these wonderful recipes! There is nothing more comforting on a fall morning than a spiced treat!
Yeah Lifestyle says
Cinnamon has so much of health properties so I am always looking of ways to add it to the meals/dishes I make, thanks for sharing this list
Shannon Gurnee says
These look like some amazing recipes! I love trying out new recipes! You never know if you'll find a family favorite.
Annemarie LeBlanc says
The butternut squash soup is a family favorite. I will try some other recipes in this list and I would want to start with Chocolate cinnamon balls and apple pie energy bites!
Colleen says
I'm a big fan of cinnamom, so this post is awesome. I can't wait to explore some of these awesome recipes. Thanks for sharing.
Swathi says
These are great collection of Cinnamon recipes,cinnamon is my favorite spice and it brings fall flavors in it. I love to add it in cakes and cookies.
Ben says
These are fantastic. Cinnamon is one of my favorite spices in baked goods and oatmeal. These all look great.
Jenn says
Cinnamon is delicious in just about everything, and it's the perfect spice for autumn. We always have to buy the wholesale size container.
Dominique Cheylise says
Thanks for sharing! The energy balls sound and look DELICIOUS. I love cinnamon (taste and health benefits), and now is the perfect season to make plenty of cinnamon-flavored stuff.
CHad says
Oh I loooove Cinnamon! I can't wait to make some of these recipes, this is great. Thank you.
Garf says
Thanks for sharing these recipe ideas. My hubby loves almost anything with cinnamon so I will try making some of these recipes.
Neely Moldovan says
I am a huge cinnamon fan so this may be my favorite blog post ever! Give me all the recipes!
Gervin Khan says
I am not a fan of eating cinnamon but I am trying to add it on my daily diet as I found out that it can give a good benefits to our body. I will try to make some of these shared recipes of yours, thanks for sharing!
Marysa says
I love cinnamon... plus it's good for you! I'll have to check out some of these recipes. The weather has gotten colder and I think about cooking a lot lately :)
Menaka Bharathi says
I am a great fan of cinnamon, I have cinnamon powder every morning with warm water, and here I see quite interesting recipes - thank you
Nicole Bertrand says
What a great list! I love cinnamon and it's a healthy way to add flavor to EVERYTHING. In particular, I have to try those energy bites and other snacks. So yummy!
Pavani says
That is such a lovely collection of cinnamon recipes. I want to try gingerbread hot chocolate and maca hot chocolate. They sound just perfect for the season.
Madhusree Basu says
Cinnamon Vanilla Donuts sounds interesting. Your recipes are an incredible way to include cinnamon in the diet. Being from India, this is one of the key ingredients in many of our recipes. Also, a decoction of it protects me from cold which I'm very susceptible to. Thank you for sharing.
Lori Bosworth says
I love cinnamon so I will definitely be saving these recipes for later. I particularly like cinnamon in the savory recipes because I love the combination of sweet and spicy flavours.
Kylee says
Oh MYYYY. I think cinnamon might be my favorite spice, ever. I love that there are so many recipes to use it all in one spot!
Kimberly Hatting says
Cinnamon is a great spice! I love the smell and use it year-round in various recipes. Thanks for a great collection!
Ramona says
What a beautiful selection! I love cinnamon and there are quite a few recipes I must make and I cannot wait to try. I have never thought of coating almonds with cinnamon what a fav idea for a beautiful healthy snack which I am always on the search for. Great stuff!
Julia says
So many delicious recipes! I've been making homemade snacks a lot recently so putting the Apple Pie Energy Bites on my To Do list.Thanks for the inspiration :)
Lauren Vavala | Delicious Little Bites says
I've been reading a lot lately about the benefits of cinnamon and trying to incorporate it more into my daily diet. I can't wait to try some of these recipes - that Gingerbread Hot Chocolate is calling my name!
ali randall says
What a great round up and with an herb I just love to add to everything. I definitely need to get those Chocolate Cinnamon balls on my to do list.
Lashunta says
I will definitely try these out! They all seem delish.
Lisa | Garlic & Zest says
My husband isn't a pumpkin fan, so I really appreciate the cinnamon focus of these recipes. I can definitely find something perfect for him. Cinnamon Vanilla Donuts??? HELLO!!!!
Kim G says
Yum! I'm currently loving all things pumpkin, but cinnamon season is right around the corner for me, lol. Love all of these recipes!
Deborah Brooks says
It is definitely cinnamon season! I use cinnamon in both sweet and savory recipes.You've got some great ideas to check out here.
Aimee Mars says
Okay, the cinnamon french toast and the cinnamon vanilla donuts are going on my meal plan immediately! Those are perfect for this fall time of year.