Discover the best cinnamon desserts! From cookies and cakes to churros and breads, these easy cinnamon bakes will fill your kitchen with warm, cozy spice.
Welcome, Cinnamon Enthusiasts!
If you’re a cinnamon lover, you’ve come to the right place! I'm absolutely head-over-heels for cinnamon, and have added it to over 100 of my recipes, so I decided it was time for a round-up post to share some of my favorites.
This roundup is bursting with sweet, spiced treats—cookies, cakes, rolls, and more—all infused with the warm, comforting flavor of cinnamon.
Whether you’re baking for the holidays, a family gathering, or just a cozy night at home, these cinnamon desserts are guaranteed to delight.
A Little Background on Cinnamon
Cinnamon is one of the world’s oldest and most beloved spices, known for its warm, comforting flavor and sweet aroma. Cinnamon’s story stretches w-a-y back: Egyptians used it as early as 2000 BC for everything from cooking to healing to sacred rituals. (Hey, they saw something special in this spice!)
In medieval Europe, cinnamon was considered a luxury spice, often used in festive desserts and drinks. (Funny, when you think of the fact that we can get it today on the cheap.)
Today, it’s a pantry staple found in kitchens across the globe—adding warmth to everything from cookies and cakes to coffee and cider. And oh, so many more sweet treats.
Types of Cinnamon
- Cassia – Bold and spicy, the most common cinnamon in U.S. kitchens.
- Ceylon – Known as “true” cinnamon, lighter and sweeter with a delicate flavor.
- Saigon – Very aromatic, sweet, and intense—perfect when you want cinnamon to shine.
- Korintje – Smooth and mild, often used in bakeries for cookies, cakes, and breads.
(Janice interrupts this post to sing the praises of Saigon (Vietnamese) cinnamon. I'm so in love with this stuff, I buy it by the bag full from Amazon!)
Tips for Baking with Cinnamon
Love warm, cozy desserts? You’ll adore these cinnamon-inspired bakes! From cookies and cakes to pumpkin and gingerbread treats, every recipe in this collection is filled with sweet, spiced flavor that’s perfect for fall and the holidays.
- Pair it well: Cinnamon loves apples, pumpkin, nuts, and chocolate.
- Balance flavors: A little spice cuts through rich or sweet desserts.
- Mix or sprinkle: Stir it into batters for warmth, or dust on top for crunch.
- Spice friends: Cinnamon pairs beautifully with nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
What are we waiting for? Let's dive right in, friends!
The Best Cinnamon Bakes
From chewy cookies to fluffy cakes and warm breads, these recipes all share one thing: that irresistible sweet-spicy flavor we all know and love. Whether you’re baking for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy afternoon snack, these cinnamon bakes will bring comfort straight from your oven to your table.
Cinnamon Cookies
These cinnamon cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with cozy spice. Simple to make and impossible to resist, they capture everything you love about home-baked comfort.
Heavenly Snickerdoodles
Soft, buttery, and rolled in cinnamon sugar, these classic snickerdoodles are everything you love about home-baked cookies. Slightly crisp on the edges and tender in the center — pure comfort in every bite.
Crumbl Churro Cookie Copycat
These Churro cookies are a Crumbl copy cake. They're soft and have an amazing flavor and texture. But that cinnamon sugar topping is everything. And can we just talk about the frosting?
Pumpkin Spice Shortbread Cookies
If you love those warm fall spices and you're also a fan of a traditional shortbread cookie, this is the sweet treat for you! These delicious cookies are perfect for fall. . .or any time of year!
Old-Fashioned Molasses Cookie
If you love an old-fashioned fall cookie, one that makes you think of days gone by, you’re going to love this simple recipe! It starts with a simple and inexpensive ingredient used “back in the day” - molasses!
Easy Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
If you’re a fan of Snickerdoodles but you’re looking for an autumn-themed version, this is the recipe for you! This simple cookie is going to be a fan favorite, and not just during the holidays!
Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Cinnamon Glaze
These soft, pillowy gingerbread cookies are full of warm holiday spices and topped with a sweet cinnamon glaze. Perfect for Christmas cookie trays, they’re a festive twist on the classic.
Simple Gingerbread Man Cookies Recipe
If you’re looking for a simple but delicious gingerbread cookie, this is it! These come together so easily and they’re perfect for rolling and cutting!
Cinnamon Cakes & Cupcakes
Moist cakes with swirls of spice that make every bite comforting.
Cinnamon Roll Poke Cake
Every now and agin you stumble across a recipe that’s so simple, so luscious, so delectable, that you have no choice but to share it. This is that recipe.
Gingerbread Latte Cupcakes
Warmly spiced gingerbread meets a coffee-kissed buttercream — your kitchen will smell like a holiday coffee shop.
Old-Fashioned Molasses Cake with Brown Sugar Buttercream
If you’re looking for a holiday dessert that’s rich, warm, and loaded with old-fashioned flavor, this Molasses Cake is for you. Starting with a simple white cake mix, we’ll transform it into a moist, tender cake that’s brimming with the deep sweetness of molasses and topped with a luscious brown sugar buttercream. It’s the perfect blend of nostalgia and convenience — just the way we like it!
Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes with Coffee Buttercream
Moist, spiced pumpkin cupcakes topped with rich coffee buttercream create the ultimate fall treat. Perfect for pumpkin spice lovers and coffee fans alike!
Apple Cider Cupcakes
These Apple Cider Cupcakes are bursting with cozy fall flavors! Made with a spiced apple juice reduction and topped with cinnamon cider buttercream, they’re the perfect autumn dessert for parties, bake sales, or holiday gatherings.
gingerbread Whoopie Pies (from a cake mix)
Easy Gingerbread Whoopie Pies made from a white cake mix, filled with cinnamon cream cheese frosting. A simple, festive holiday dessert that’s soft, spiced, and irresistible!
Cinnamon Rolls & Breads
From gooey homemade cinnamon rolls to fluffy loaves of fresh-baked bread, this collection has something for every baker! Discover classic recipes, quick bread favorites, sweet rolls, and yeast-based treats that fill your kitchen with warmth and cinnamon-spice goodness. Whether you love a hearty breakfast loaf, soft dinner rolls, or easy no-knead bread, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here. Perfect for cozy mornings, holidays, or everyday baking joy.
Easy Cinnamon Rolls from Canned Biscuits
These cinnamon rolls taste just like the homemade ones you might slave hours over. But they come together in (literally) minutes. Best of all, no one will know you didn't make them from scratch! (No yeast dough necessary, y'all!)
Easy Homemade Cinnamon Rolls
If you've been on the prowl for a great cinnamon roll recipe, one that's light and fluffy but loaded with rich cinnamon sugar flavor, have I got a treat for you! This recipe is absolutely mouth-watering. Best of all, it's easy and quick!
Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
These Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls are the definition of cozy comfort. The soft, buttery dough contrasts beautifully with the creamy, spiced pumpkin filling, creating a perfect balance of sweet and spice in every bite. The cream cheese frosting adds just the right touch of tangy richness. Each roll pulls apart easily, revealing a swirl of orange-gold pumpkin goodness that tastes—and smells—like fall itself.
Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls
These overnight sourdough cinnamon rolls are soft, fluffy, and packed with warm cinnamon-sugar flavor—perfect for prepping ahead. Made with sourdough starter for a rich, tangy twist, they rise slowly for unbeatable texture and taste!
Easy Bananas Foster Cinnamon Rolls (with crescent rolls)
This luscious, gooey cinnamon roll has a warm, nutty bananas foster taste and feel. And best of all. . .it's made with crescent rolls! It comes together so quickly and easily!
Viral Tik-Tok Cinnamon Rolls
on heavy cream, and bake for gooey, bakery-style results. These sweet, fluffy rolls are melt-in-your-mouth good—no special skills required! Perfect for Sunday brunch or an easy breakfast treat.
Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread
If you're looking for a quick breakfast treat or dessert and you love the taste of cinnamon, have I got an easy recipe for you! This Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread comes together in minutes and only requires a handful of simple ingredients!
Delicious Cinnamon Sugar Knots
If you love cinnamon, sugar, and buttery biscuits, have I got a treat for you! In this post I’m going to show you how to make this simple but delicious recipe!
Homemade Cinnamon Bread
If you love a really soft sliceable bread, rich with cinnamon and sugar flavor, you've come to the right place! In this post I'm going to show you how to make my very favorite Homemade Cinnamon Bread.
Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread
This Cinnamon Swirl Sourdough Bread combines the tangy goodness of sourdough with a sweet, spiced cinnamon-sugar ribbon running through each slice. Soft, aromatic, and perfect for toasting, it’s a comforting twist on traditional sourdough that’s great for breakfast or snacking!
Cinnamon Roll Casserole
This recipe is so simple, you will almost feel like you’re cheating! It starts with two cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls but it definitely doesn’t end there!
Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread
This Jamaican Sticky Gingerbread is rich, moist, and bursting with warm spices, dark molasses, and fresh ginger. Perfect for the holidays, this spiced loaf gets stickier and more flavorful the longer it sits!
Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Loaf
This Old-Fashioned Gingerbread Loaf is moist, spiced to perfection, and bursting with rich molasses flavor. A timeless holiday classic, perfect with whipped cream or a lemon glaze.
Unique Cinnamon Treats
Fun and unexpected desserts that put cinnamon in the spotlight.
Flaky Pie Crust Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Glaze
You love cinnamon rolls. You love pie crust. You're looking for something pastry-like and crisp, but with the brown sugar and cinnamon flavors you've grown to love.
You've come to the right place. These flaky Pie Crust Cinnamon Rolls are going to knock your socks off. Best of all, they're incredibly easy to make with no rising time necessary!
The Best Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting
Whip up the dreamiest cinnamon cream cheese frosting—perfectly spiced, silky smooth, and just the right balance of tang and sweetness. Ideal for cakes, cupcakes, and cinnamon rolls!
Churro Nutella Christmas Trees
If you love the rich flavor of Nutella and the crisp flakiness of puff pastry, have I got a treat for you! This amazing Christmas tree is simple to make, loads of fun with the kids, and is perfect for your holiday gathering.
The Best Snickerdoodle Scones
Love snickerdoodles? You’ll adore these buttery, cinnamon-spiced Snickerdoodle Scones! Soft, tender, and topped with a sweet cinnamon-sugar sprinkle, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. Easy to make and impossible to resist!
Cinnamon is one of those flavors that never goes out of style. Whether you prefer a chewy cookie, a spiced loaf, or a batch of warm churros, these recipes bring cozy comfort straight from your oven to your table.
No matter which type of cinnamon you use—Cassia, Ceylon, Saigon, or Korintje—you’ll enjoy the unmistakable flavor that makes cinnamon desserts so beloved.
That's it for this round-up, friends. If you try any of these recipes, leave a comment below. And if you have suggestions for more cinnamon favorites, let me know!
About the Baker
Hi, I’m Janice! I’m the recipe developer and writer behind Out of the Box Baking, where I share easy, creative, and comforting desserts that anyone can make. I especially love baking with warm spices like cinnamon because they bring back cozy memories of family gatherings and holiday kitchens filled with sweet aromas. My goal is to help home bakers—whether beginners or seasoned pros—find joy in the process and confidence in every recipe.