10 sweet and irresistible cinnamon recipes

The cinnamon is a spice that transforms the most everyday recipes into something special, thanks to its warm aroma and its unmistakable flavor. I think that, after salt, pepper and rosemary, it is the spice I use most in the kitchen. Especially in sweet recipes, as I imagine is also the case in your kitchen, but also in savory recipes such as roasts, cannelloni, some rice dishes, tagines or soups, it adds a distinct touch that completely changes the recipe or how you enjoy it.

On our blog we have a wide variety of recipes that include cinnamon as part of the ingredients, but we wanted to dedicate a post to showcase those recipes in which without a doubt cinnamon is the star. That is why, in this post you will find 10 cinnamon recipes that celebrate its versatility, from classics like cinnamon bread and the traditional Kanelbullar from Sweden, to more creative options like cinnamon ice cream or sweet potato panellets.

Here is the list of recipes; you will also find comforting desserts like apple pie with cinnamon spirals and French toast with roasted apple (how I love them!) and other suggestions that I hope will tempt you. In every case, they will fill your home with their unique fragrance! Here are those delicious sweet recipes!

1. Brioche rolls with cinnamon and walnuts

Making pastries at home is addictive, although the truth is that it does not always turn out well, so when you find a recipe that never fails and is also easy, it becomes your go-to treat.

This is what happened to me with this brioche dough, fluffy and tender, which pairs with both savory and sweet and gives a very special touch to my breakfasts and snacks.

Making the brioches, having the house smell sweet, setting a pretty table and presenting them in this beautiful Kitchen Craft dome turns an ordinary day into a full celebration. To enjoy these festivities you don't need culinary excesses, just lovely details that make each moment special.

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2. French toast with roasted apple and cinnamon

French toast, also known as "French toast", is a simple recipe that consists of slices of bread soaked in an egg and milk mixture, fried in the pan until they are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. The nice thing about these toasts is that you can top them with almost anything: fresh fruit, maple syrup, chocolate… whatever you fancy! But today I decided to make them with an autumnal twist, taking advantage of the sweet, spiced flavor of apples roasted with cinnamon. I promise it won't take you long and you'll love the result.

Put on your apron and pick apples and bread because... let's lovingly go for this recipe that I adore! I hope you enjoy it.

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3. Apple pie with cinnamon spirals

Apple pies are to autumn what orange trees and falling leaves are. Although it is a dessert we make and eat throughout the year, this is the season when we crave it most. This apple pie with cinnamon spirals is a version of the classic American “apple pie” made by Martha Stewart that stole our hearts from the moment we discovered it.

The presentation is very striking and, although more laborious than the traditional version, it is worth daring to make it for a special occasion. If you prefer to buy shortcrust pastry instead of making it at home, great. However, we will tell you that you are missing out on something big. The first is practical because it saves time and effort, but the result of the second is infinitely better. We encourage you to make the recipe from start to finish as we explain below. It's worth it.

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4. Sweet potato panellets with cinnamon

This panellets recipe is one of the most traditional at this time of year. It is a confection from Catalan, Balearic and Valencian pastry traditions and they were made to celebrate All Saints' Day on November 1st. You're going to make homemade panellets because with this easy recipe they'll be delicious!

However, it is a sweet that is so tasty and so simple to prepare that nowadays it is easy to find them in autumn in traditional bakeries throughout Spain.

There are many variations but today I choose to prepare one of the most traditional, made with a sweet potato base and, of course, almond, which is a staple ingredient in this rich sweet. And heads up celiacs! Because this is a sweet that does not contain gluten.

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5. Speculoos cookies: ginger and cinnamon cookies

The speculoos cookies have that charm that only a traditional recipe can bring, full of history and with a spiced touch that evokes the holidays. Originating in Belgium and the Netherlands, these crispy and flavorful cookies are made with a blend of spices that give them an aroma as particular as it is irresistible.

Speculoos cookies are a perfect combination of textures and flavors. They have that crunch that I always look for in a good cookie, and the spice mix –cinnamon, clove, ginger, among others– is simply delicious. At home they always disappear quickly, so I try to make a good batch and store them in a pretty jar that stays on display… although, to be honest, they don't last long there!

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6. Kanelbullar, Swedish cinnamon buns (traditional recipe)

The recipe for these braided cinnamon buns originated in the 1920s, and were initially considered a luxury, since exotic spices like cardamom and cinnamon were scarce. With the economic boom of the 1950s, cinnamon and cardamom buns became highly prized delicacies in the hearts and homes of Swedes.

TheSwedish buns, known as 'Kanelbullar' (kanelbulle, singular), have become a culinary treasure of Swedish tradition. These buns, intricately braided, imperfect and individual, capture the warm essence of cardamom from southern India. Cinnamon and cardamom are the most popular fillings, adorned with Swedish pearl sugar on the cinnamon ones and a touch of sugar with cardamom on the cardamom ones. I encourage you to try them because they are delightful!

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7. Pears roasted with cinnamon and honey

It is a great pleasure to enjoy a good, relaxed breakfast, and frankly this recipe has been accompanying many of my morning moments. They take very little effort (if any) to prepare and are done in no time.

Roasted pears are ideal to accompany salads or fish on the grill or baked. Of course, you can also enjoy them on their own or, as I like them, simply with bread and fresh cheese. It's a great breakfast or dinner. Here are my tips!

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8. Classic cinnamon and raisin bread

Can you smell it? That aroma of cinnamon bread fills the whole house and all my senses, so I couldn't keep this recipe to myself! It's a delightful bread! This cinnamon and raisin bread is very easy to prepare. It requires little kneading and I call it bread... although it would be equally fair to call it a cake, since it's somewhere in between (it's a leavened bread, but you won't have to do a long kneading).

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9. How to make cinnamon ice cream

This  cinnamon ice cream  recipe is like taking a bit of summer into your mouth with every spoonful. The recipe I share today is for a very easy-to-make ice cream that is addictive. The ability to  make ice cream at home  means you enjoy them much more, not only because they are so tasty, but because we can choose at every step which ingredients to use.

Here is the recipe for this ice cream, which we make today with the KitchenAid ice cream maker, one of the most popular accessories for the KitchenAid stand mixer.

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10. Cinnamon Rolls, spiced cinnamon buns — delicious in 30 minutes!

You wouldn't think that the Le Creuset bread casserole is only for making bread, right? It's like a perfect oven for all kinds of dough, and you can also use it for your roasted meats and fish whenever you like! And today I show you that you can make wonderful recipes with it with these Spiced Cinnamon Buns in a quick recipe that turns out delicious: a solution for holiday breakfasts, I assure you that both their spiced flavor and that sweet cream cheese topping are an absolute delight.

I want to insist that you make the recipe in full: the dough is delicious with that spiced interior, but the glaze is undoubtedly the final cherry of the recipe — those buns are delicious with that sweet sauce and it helps soften the firmer exterior of the bun, making every bite irresistible!

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