As cooler evenings begin to settle in and fall approaches, Cinnamon sticks are a wonderful way to bring warmth and seasonal flavor into your kitchen. Their sweet, woody aroma slowly infuses warming drinks and autumn desserts, creating the comforting scent and taste we love most about the season.
Here are two easy recipes to help you enjoy the warming benefits of Cinnamon as the weather cools down:
Warm Cinnamon Apple Cider
Ingredients:
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tsp. Clove powder
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, optional
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Warm over low heat for 15–20 minutes, without allowing the cider to boil. Remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves, then serve warm.
Cinnamon-Spiced Baked Apples
Ingredients:
- 4 baking apples
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup apple cider
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Core the apples and place them in a baking dish. Mix the brown sugar and nuts, then spoon the mixture into each apple. Add a cinnamon stick and a little butter to the center of each one. Pour the cider into the bottom of the dish. Cover and bake for 30–40 minutes, or until tender. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whip cream for a delicious treat.
Whether simmered in a warm drink or baked into a comforting dessert, cinnamon sticks are an easy way to welcome the cozy flavors and aromas of fall.
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