Our 15 Best Cinnamon-Sugar Recipes of All Time

Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

Bake up a tray of perfectly spiced cookies that are guaranteed crowd-pleasers. These freezer-friendly treats will be your go-to when a sweet tooth calls.

Sopapillas

"These are just like restaurant quality sopapillas!" raves home cook Marne. "I couldn't believe how easy they were to make. I just sifted the ingredients into my mixer bowl, cut in the shortening, and then used the dough hook while adding the water."

Snickerdoodle Pancakes

Have some cinnamon-sugar goodness for breakfast with these fluffy, filling pancakes. Traditional buttermilk flapjacks are brushed with melted butter and sprinkled with a decadent spice mixture.

Cinnamon Sugar Biscotti

It's hard to beat the delightful crunch of homemade biscotti. Cinnamon-sugar flavor is baked right into this delicious, twice-cooked Italian classic.

Donut Muffins

Try a sweet bite that's earned thousands of 5-star ratings from our home cooks. Warm, tender muffins are rolled in a fragrant sugar and cinnamon mixture before serving. Reviewers describe the texture as a cross between a donut hole and and mini muffin.

Quick and Easy Monkey Bread

There's nothing like the sticky-sweet, pull-apart appeal of monkey bread. Create this decadent dish at home using butterscotch pudding mix, dinner roll dough, butter, and cinnamon.

Cinnamon-Sugar Popcorn

Make movie night a little bit sweeter with a unique popcorn treat. You're just 6 ingredients away from this buttery snack that you'll want to make over and over again.

Cinnamon Sugared Pecans

Toasted nuts are coated with a blend of cinnamon, sugar, and salt for an irresistible snack the whole family will love. These warm, spiced pecans are great as a hostess gift or to keep all to yourself.

Elephant Ears

Enjoy the airy, crisp flavor of state fairs from your childhood. Use a large skillet or deep fryer to create the trademark golden puffs that make for the perfect bite.

Polvorones de Canele (Cinnamon Cookies)

"Anytime I go to Texas, I search out these cookies from local Mexican bakeries," shares Zenfidel. "I tried this recipe and it was just like those in the Lone Star State!"

Cinnamon Swirl Bread

One slice of this homestyle bread and you'll be hooked. Luscious ribbons of cinnamon sugar are swirled through every freshly baked bite. Add nuts or dried cranberries for a fun twist.

Cream Cheese Squares

These creamy pastries are topped with a layer of buttery cinnamon for a uniquely delicious experience. Bake until tops are crisp and deep gold in color.

Cinnamon Palmiers

"These are so easy and so good!" raves home cook Rob Tanner. "Crispy and sweet with a satisfying chewiness. I was surprised how much these expand in the oven so leave lots of room around them on the baking pan."

Cinnamon Sugar Crisps

Wonton wrappers, margarine, and cinnamon-sugar combine to make magic in this easy recipe. Prepare, bake, and serve in under 20 minutes.

Churros II

Take the guesswork out of making churros at home with this highly-rated recipe. Serve piping hot with ice cream for a winning dessert course.

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