Cinnamon Applesauce Ornament Recipe
Introduction
This Cinnamon Applesauce Ornament recipe is a charming and fragrant craft that doubles as a delightful decoration. Made with simple ingredients, these ornaments add a cozy, homemade touch to your holiday décor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup applesauce
- 1 ½ cups ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine the applesauce and ground cinnamon until a dough forms.
- Step 2: Roll the dough out to ¼ inch thick. Dust the surface and rolling pin with extra cinnamon to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Cut triangles out of the dough to form the ornaments.
- Step 4: Place the cut shapes on a baking sheet and bake at 200 degrees for 1½ hours.
- Step 5: Once cooled, paint tree shapes on the ornaments using white paint.
- Step 6: Attach a loop of baker’s twine to the back of each ornament for hanging.
Tips & Variations
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more cinnamon until it’s easier to work with.
- Try using cookie cutters in different shapes like stars or hearts for variety.
- Use acrylic paint or white gel pens for decorating the ornaments to add intricate details.
Storage
Store the finished ornaments in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture from softening them. They can last for several months when kept away from humidity. If ornaments get dusty, wipe gently with a dry cloth.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I bake the ornaments at a higher temperature to reduce baking time?
Baking at a low temperature for a longer time helps the ornaments dry out evenly without cracking. Higher temperatures may cause burning or uneven drying.
How do I prevent the dough from sticking to the rolling surface?
Dusting the surface and rolling pin generously with cinnamon helps prevent sticking. You can also roll the dough between two sheets of parchment paper.
PrintCinnamon Applesauce Ornament Recipe
Create charming and fragrant Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments with this simple recipe. Made from applesauce and ground cinnamon, these easy-to-make dough ornaments bake slowly to preserve their shape and scent. Once baked and cooled, decorate with white paint to form festive tree shapes and add a twine loop for hanging. Perfect for holiday decorations that fill your home with the warm aroma of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 ornaments, depending on size 1x
- Category: Holiday Decoration
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup applesauce
- 1 ½ cups ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix Dough: Combine the applesauce and ground cinnamon in a bowl until a thick dough forms, ensuring the cinnamon is fully incorporated.
- Roll Dough: Dust a clean surface with extra cinnamon to prevent sticking, then roll the dough out to approximately ¼ inch thickness using a rolling pin.
- Cut Shapes: Using a cookie cutter or knife, cut triangle shapes from the dough to form the base of the ornaments.
- Bake Dough: Place the cut pieces on a baking sheet and bake them in an oven preheated to 200 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 ½ hours, allowing them to dry and harden without browning.
- Cool and Decorate: Once completely cool, paint tree shapes on the ornaments using white paint to add a festive look.
- Add Hangings: Attach a loop of baker’s twine to the back of each ornament to enable hanging on a tree or elsewhere.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is thick enough to hold shape; if too sticky, add a little more cinnamon.
- Bake at low heat to dry the ornaments without browning or cooking them thoroughly.
- Allow ornaments to fully cool before painting to avoid cracking or smudging paint.
- Store finished ornaments in a cool, dry place to preserve their shape and scent.
Keywords: Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments, DIY Christmas Ornaments, Homemade Holiday Decorations, Cinnamon Dough Ornaments
