Learn How to Make Cinnamon Sugar by simply mixing granulated sugar and cinnamon. Then use it on snickerdoodles, pecans, oatmeal, and more! Our preferred ratio is 4 parts sugar to 1 part cinnamon, but you can adjust to your taste buds.
Don't waste your money on store-bought cinnamon sugar when it is so easy to make at home. Just mix the two ingredients together then enjoy the classic fall flavor. We love it on cookies, but you can use it to add sweetness and warmth to so many dishes. We always keep some on hand!
If you are looking for other easy mixtures and toppings, try our homemade pumpkin spice, chai spice mix or butter streusel crumb topping.
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Why You'll Love Homemade Cinnamon Sugar
- Taste - Our homemade mixture is sweet and warm.
- Texture - The ingredients are ground and light.
- Effort - Just whisk the ingredients together then use it or store it for later.
Ingredients
- Cinnamon - Use high quality cinnamon for best flavor.
- Sugar - Use granulated sugar for the best texture.
See recipe card for quantities.
Variations
- Nutty - Mix in chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts for a crunchy heartiness.
- Chocolate - Add cocoa powder for extra decadence.
- Brown sugar - Replace 1 part granulated sugar with brown sugar to impart a molasses flavor.
How to Make Cinnamon Sugar
Mix ingredients - Add granulated sugar and cinnamon to a shallow bowl and whisk to combine. Then use to dip cookies and churros, dust on oatmeal and cakes, and whisk into frosting and butters.
Pro tip - Taste the mixture before you use it to make sure it has your desired flavor. You can adjust accordingly.
Top Tips
- This mixture is quick and easy to whip up. If you are making it for something like snickerdoodles, make it while the cookies bake.
- Use spices that don't expire soon if you plan on storing the spice mix for a while.
- Sift the sugar to prevent lumps and to make the mixture smooth.
- Add the mixture to your favorite cookies, warm bread pudding, pumpkin scones, frosting, and more to add a warm and sweet cinnamon flavor.
- Add this sweet cinnamon mixture to a jar and wrap with a ribbon for a cute gift or stocking stuffer!
Cinnamon Sugar FAQs
We prefer 4:1 (4 parts sugar to 1 part cinnamon). If you want more warmth, another good ratio, is 2:1 (2 parts sugar to 1 part cinnamon).
Ground cinnamon is easier, but you can also use cinnamon sticks. You will just have to grind them before adding them to the mixture.
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How to Make Cinnamon Sugar
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Add granulated sugar and cinnamon to a shallow bowl and whisk to combine.4 tablespoon granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon
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Notes
- Store leftover cinnamon sugar in an air-tight container in a cool place for up to 6 months for best results. After 6 months, the mixture will begin to lose potency and flavor.
- Taste the cinnamon mixture before using it to ensure it has your desired flavor. You can adjust accordingly.
- If you are making it for something like snickerdoodles, make it while the cookies bake to save time.
- Use spices that don't expire soon if you plan on storing the spice mix for an extended period of time.
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