The Easiest Cinnamon Ornament Recipe That Smells Like Christmas Forever

These cinnamon applesauce ornaments are the #1 holiday craft for a reason: 2 ingredients, no baking, smell incredible for YEARS, and look adorable on the tree or as gift tags.

Total time: 15 min hands-on + 1–3 days drying
Makes: ~20–30 ornaments (depends on cutter size)

Ingredients

1. 1 cup (120g) cheap ground cinnamon (yes, the $1 bottle works)

2. ¾ cup (180g) unsweetened applesauce (cinnamon flavor optional)

3. 2 tbsp white craft glue (optional – makes them sturdier, still smells the same)

Instructions

1. Mix cinnamon + applesauce (+ glue if using) in bowl until dough forms.
→ If too dry: add applesauce 1 tsp at a time
→ If too sticky: add cinnamon 1 tbsp at a time

2. Knead 2–3 minutes until smooth (like play-dough).

Roll out between two sheets of parchment or wax paper to ¼-inch thick.

Cut with cookie cutters. Use straw to poke hole at top for ribbon.

Dry options:
Option A (fastest): Air-dry on wire rack 2–3 days, flip once daily
Option B: Oven 200°F for 2–3 hours, flip halfway (watch closely!)

Thread ribbon or twine → hang!

Kid-Friendly Tips & Variations

1. Add 1–2 tbsp glitter to dough → sparkly ornaments

2. Press lace or doilies into dough before drying → textured pattern

3. Write names/dates with puffy paint after drying → keepsake gifts

4. Bulk recipe: 3 cups cinnamon + 2 cups applesauce = 60–80 ornaments

Why They Last Forever

No moisture = no mold. Store in airtight container or on tree → still smell strong 10+ years later.

Pro move: Make a batch every year with the date on the back → your tree becomes a memory museum.

Grab cinnamon and applesauce now — this is the Christmas craft your house smells like all December!