Cozy Up with Cinnamon: 20 Favorite Recipes to Try

Favorite fall flavors always seem to include cinnamon, don’t they? These recipes celebrate that perfect, cozy spice in a bunch of creative ways. Cinnamon has this amazing way of adding a comforting touch, whether you’re baking something sweet or cooking up something savory. Get ready to enjoy a few great ideas to bring a little extra cinnamon into your kitchen.

Cinnamon Madeleines

Madeleine cookies dusted with powdered sugar on a black cooling rack, with a green checked kitchen towel nearby. — Cinnamon Madeleines. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Spiced Cinnamon Madeleines bring a bite-sized taste of fall with every bite. Baked with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, they’re perfect for a cozy afternoon treat.
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Apple Cake with Cinnamon

A round apple tart in a cast iron skillet, with one triangular slice partially removed. A knife and an apple are seen on the side. — Apple Cinnamon Skillet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Apple Cinnamon Cake is a comforting dessert with fresh apple slices on top. Baked right in a skillet, it’s simple and charming—a treat you’ll want to make again and again.
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Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls

A plate with two cinnamon rolls and blackberries on it. — Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Crescent Roll Cinnamon Rolls come together quickly with refrigerated dough. Soft, buttery, and sweet, they’re a simple breakfast favorite. Golden brown and irresistible.
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Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream

Apple spice cupcakes in a muffin tin with frosting rosettes. — Apple Spice Cupcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Apple Cupcakes are packed with fall flavors like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Topped with maple buttercream, they’re as delicious as they sound. It's a perfect treat for fall gatherings.
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Pumpkin Latte Ice Cream

Pumpkin ice cream in a pan with pumpkins and spices. — Pumpkin Latte Ice Cream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Ice Cream is your favorite fall drink, turned into a cool dessert. All the pumpkin spice flavors you love, in a creamy, chilled treat.
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Cinnamon Bread Pull Aparts

A loaf of glazed pull-apart bread on a white dish with a spoon nearby. — Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These cinnamon pull-aparts are a fun, yeasty breakfast favorite. Sweet and cinnamon-coated, they’re perfect for a weekend treat. Make an extra loaf—you’ll want it.
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Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

A slice of frosted pumpkin cake topped with chopped pecans and dried cranberries on a white plate. A fork is placed beside the cake. — Pumpkin Sheet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Pumpkin Sheet Cake is moist and topped with a layer of cream cheese frosting. Each slice delivers a balance of sweet and tangy flavors. A crowd-pleaser for any fall party.
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Old Fashioned Cinnamon Rock Candy

Two glass jars filled with red peppermint bark, tied with red ribbon bows, on a burlap cloth with cinnamon sticks, evergreen branches, and a red ornament in the background. — Cinnamon Rock Candy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Cinnamon Rock Candy adds a sweet, spicy touch to your holiday table. Bright red and festive, it’s a fun, classic treat. Perfect for holiday gifting or snacking.
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Maple Snickerdoodles

A stack of snickerdoodle cookies tied with string sits next to a glass of milk on a wooden surface. One cookie with a bite taken out rests in front of the stack. — Maple Snickerdoodles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Maple Snickerdoodles are the perfect combo of cinnamon and maple. They’re chewy, sweet, and great for any season. An easy go-to cookie for your next baking day.
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Apple Cider Oatmeal Bread

A loaf of bread with frosting on a plate. — Apple Cider Oatmeal Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Apple Cider Oatmeal Bread combines cinnamon, cloves, and a hearty texture. It’s a quick, flavorful bread with just the right spice, great for breakfast or a snack.
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Chai Shortbread Cookies

Chai Shortbread Cookies blend black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger into a buttery treat. They’re perfect for cozying up with a cup of tea.
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Apple Cranberry Oatmeal with Cinnamon

A bowl of oatmeal with fruit and milk. — Apple Cranberry Oatmeal. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Apple Cranberry Oatmeal is a creamy, cozy bowl of cooked apples, cranberries, and warm spices. Perfect for chilly mornings. Your family will ask for it again and again.
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Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

A stack of three Rice Krispies treats topped with white icing and colorful sprinkles on a white plate, with a small bowl of sprinkles and a glass of milk in the background. — Gingerbread Rice Krispies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats are festive, no-bake, and full of gingerbread flavor. Made in one pot, they’re ready in under 30 minutes. A simple holiday favorite.
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Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal

A slice of baked oatmeal topped with apple slices and dried fruits sits on a white plate next to a fork. — Baked Apple & Cranberry Oatmeal. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Apple Cranberry Baked Oatmeal is a convenient, one-bowl take on your classic morning oatmeal. Bursting with apples, cranberries, and brown sugar, it's a breakfast you'll adore. Drizzle with maple syrup for an added touch of sweetness.
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Baked Sweet Potatoes with Apples & Cranberries

Spoonful of baked sweet potato slices with apples

Baked Sweet Potatoes with Apples. Photo credit: One Hot Oven

Sweet potato slices baked with apples and cranberries make a healthy and simple side dish. They’re festive and flavorful, fitting perfectly into any fall meal.
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Caramel Apple Popcorn

A bowl of popcorn in a white bowl. — Caramel Apple Popcorn. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Caramel Apple Popcorn is your new go-to snack for movie nights. Buttery, crispy, and caramel-covered, it’s hard to stop at just one bowl. Family favorite for a reason.
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Oatmeal Crumbl Cookies

A stack of oatmeal cookies with frosting. — Copycat Oatmeal Crumbl Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Oatmeal Copycat Crumbl Cookies are soft and chewy with icing drizzled on top. They’re a perfect replica of your favorite bakery treat. Make a batch to share (or not).
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Maple Spice Cakes with Maple Glaze

A plate filled with acorn-shaped cookies, each topped with a textured, crumbly coating, is surrounded by a white cloth napkin and yellow flowers. — Maple Spice Cakelets. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Maple Spice Cakelets are sweet, spiced mini treats that capture fall’s best flavors. Each bite delivers a rich maple and spice combo. Perfect for cozy days.
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Apple Cider Baked Apples

A baked apple with a topping on top. — Apple Cider Baked Apples. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Apple Cider Baked Apples are stuffed with pecans and cranberries, coated in a sweet cider glaze. Fresh from the oven, they're warm and satisfying. Perfect for any fall day.
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A pie with apples and cranberries on a wooden board. — Apple Cranberry Galette. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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