Cinnamon Sugar

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A lot of recipes call for cinnamon sugar sprinkled over the top. You can certainly buy it premade, but homemade is always better! You can create the ratio YOU enjoy.

Whether you’re making baked cinnamon tortilla chips or adding cinnamon sugar to your favorite banana bread recipe, you’ll love today’s tips and tricks on how to make it and store it!

Bag of sugar, shaker of cinnamon, and a silver container to combine them in.
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What is the Best Ratio?

Wondering how to make the iconic cinnamon sugar toast? Instead of buying the expensive blends of cinnamon sugar, make it at home for much less!

The classic ratio for cinnamon sugar mix is 1:4. Meaning 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to 4 teaspoons of sugar. This can be quite powerful to some, so it’s best to start mixing and find your favorite ratio!

Uses for cinnamon sugar?

Cinnamon sugar can be used in multiple ways.

It can be used to top breads, muffins, snickerdoodle cookies, cakes, churros, coffee, hot chocolate, microwave popcorn, and other recipes.

Of course most people are familiar with the childhood treat of toast with butter and sprinkles with cinnamon sugar.

What type of sugar should I use?

Traditionally cinnamon sugar is made using granulated sugar.

However, in a pinch you can use powdered sugar or brown sugar if you are out of granulated sugar.

How long will cinnamon sugar keep?

  • If you store your cinnamon sugar in an airtight container it will last for 2 years or more. Sugar technically never spoils as long as it remains dry, but after two years it may take on a more stale flavor, as well the cinnamon will lose it’s spiciness.
  • Store sugar in a small mason jar or one of these Sugar Shakers!
Two strengths of cinnamon sugar mix in two clear glass bowls.

How do I measure cinnamon sugar?

How to Make Cinnamon Sugar

Full strength cinnamon sugar is good for some recipes where you want a strong cinnamon flavor. However, if you prefer a lighter cinnamon flavor, then adjust your recipe accordingly.

Ingredients: 

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup ground cinnamon

Directions:

  • Add sugar and cinnamon to mixing bowl.
  • Stir till they are thoroughly mixed.
  • Store in airtight container.

Lighter Flavor Cinnamon Sugar

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon

Directions:

  • Add sugar and cinnamon to mixing bowl.
  • Stir till they are thoroughly mixed.
  • Store in airtight container.
Cinnamon sugar sprinkled on a toasted bagel.

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By: Aimee
A lot of recipes call for cinnamon sugar sprinkled over the top. You can certainly buy it premade, but homemade is always better! You can create the ratio YOU enjoy.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
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Instructions 

  • Add sugar and cinnamon to mixing bowl. Stir until they are thoroughly mixed.
  • Store in airtight container.

Notes

  • Store sugar in a small mason jar or one of these Sugar Shakers!

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoon, Calories: 34kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Sugar: 8g
Course: Basics
Cuisine: American
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Posted on January 10, 2020

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  1. Thanks for the Cinnamon Sugar recipe, but what does Serving size 1 mean (for calories): 1 t., 1T., 1 recipe?

    Mary

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