Homemade Cinnamon Sugar | Easy Recipe & Ratios
If you don’t feel like stepping outside the house to quell your cinnamon sugar craving, we’ve got news for you. It will hardly take you more than a few minutes to make the perfect blend at home.
I realize this is something super simple and easy to make but just give me a few minutes to explain why it is important to have the proper ratios for your fabulous homemade topping.
Even though this sweet spice is available in many stores find out why homemade is best!
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Homemade Cinnamon Sugar
Once you try this recipe, you will want to share it with all your family and friends. Need a super easy, super inexpensive gift idea that is also elegant…..look no further than this homemade cinnamon sugar recipe in a vintage shaker jar ♥ with a beautiful ribbon!
Let’s take a look at how you can prepare this recipe at home and get the ratio exactly right for your liking. Having a vintage set of sprinkle shakers like pictured below is a great way to allow everyone to create their own!
Preparing Cinnamon Sugar
Before you can learn how to make this mixture, you should know that the ratio is of the essence when it comes to making the perfect blend.
If you want your cinnamon sugar to have a satisfyingly sweet taste with a strong but not overwhelming presence of cinnamon, we suggest mixing four tablespoons of cinnamon with 1 cup of granulated cane sugar. Starting with a 1 to 4 ratio will give you a great beginning point if you’re not too sure the taste you are looking for.
The right ratio of cinnamon to sugar may vary from person to person; you may have to try several ratios before you can get the hang of it to create the one that you enjoy the most.
The Recipe
Making homemade cinnamon sugar is incredibly easy. The perfect ratio is 1:4…..Here’s everything you need:
Tablespoon Size:
- 3/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (more or less to taste)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or other sugar of your choice)
Small Bath:
- 4 tablespoon of ground cinnamon (more or less to taste)
- 1 cup of granulated sugar (or other sugar of your choice)
Larger Batch:
- 1/2 cup of ground cinnamon (more or less to taste)
- 2 cups of granulated sugar (or other sugar of your choice)
Gift Size Batch:
- 1 cup of ground cinnamon (more or less to taste)
- 4 cups of granulated sugar (or other sugar of your choice)
Only two ingredients are needed for this wonderfully easy but delightful recipe!
Instructions
- Take a small bowl of your choice and add ground cinnamon and granulated sugar.
- Use a whisk or a spoon to blend the ingredients thoroughly.
- Once both ingredients have been combined, pour the mixture into a small container like a sugar shaker with a pour sprout, a canning jar with a screw top or a zip-loc food storage bag.
- Store it in a dry place in your pantry and enjoy it whenever and however you want!
Note: You can increase the amount of cinnamon if you wish to have a higher ratio of cinnamon to sugar.
Type of Sugar You can Use
Cinnamon sugar is typically made with granulated, but make sure to also try turbinado or sucanat both of which offer some nutritional value. But, if you’ve run out of granulated, you can consider using brown sugar as an alternative.
Ways to Use Cinnamon Sugar
If you want your breakfast cereal to be even more appetizing, feel free to add some cinnamon sugar into the mix to enhance the flavor. You can sprinkle it over a pie crust just before popping it into the oven or dust it over whipped cream or eggnog.
If you’re pressed for time, you can also add a generous coating of cinnamon sugar on buttered toast to start your mornings on a happy note!
How Long Does Cinnamon Sugar Last?
Cinnamon sugar can last for up to two or more years if it’s stored in an air-tight container. Sugar doesn’t really get spoiled as long as it’s stored in a dry place, but it can develop a stale flavor after two years.
Cinnamon can also lose its characteristic spiciness over time. But, with all the delightfully delicious ways to use this sweet treat….I doubt it will sit around for very long ♥
Final Words
Homemade Cinnamon Sugar
Find the perfect ratio and blend for this easy homemade topping!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Ground Cinnamon Powder
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
Instructions
- Take a small bowl of your choice and add ground cinnamon and granulated sugar.
- Use a whisk or a spoon to blend the ingredients thoroughly.
- Once both ingredients have been combined, pour the mixture into a small container like a sugar shaker with a pour sprout, a canning jar with a screw top or a zip-loc food storage bag.
- Store it in a dry place in your pantry and enjoy it whenever and however you want!
Notes
You can increase the amount of cinnamon if you wish to have a higher ratio of cinnamon to sugar.
Nutrition Information
Yield
32Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 53Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 0mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 1gSugar 13gProtein 0g
Nutrition information isn’t always accurate due to variations of ingredients used in recipe.
You can adjust the recipe according to your preference. Feel free to try out this recipe and store it in a cute shaker bottle or mason jar in your pantry. Sprinkle it over buttered toast, muffins, breakfast cereal, hot cocoa, cappuccino and even popcorn to add a little more sweetness into your everyday life.