32 delicious cinnamon recipes from around the world
A creamy, comforting, and subtly sweet oatmeal drink, traditionally enjoyed as a refreshing street beverage. It's blended to a smooth consistency and infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon and vanilla.
Crema Catalana, meaning 'Catalan cream,' is a traditional Spanish dessert that predates its French counterpart, crème brûlée. It features a rich, citrus and cinnamon-infused custard base topped with a brittle, caramelized sugar crust.
A creamy and comforting Salvadoran-style rice pudding, rich with cinnamon and citrus zest. This recipe yields a wonderfully smooth and satisfying dessert, perfect served warm or chilled.
A comforting and creamy Salvadoran-style rice pudding, slow-cooked with milk, sugar, cinnamon, and raisins, offering a sweet and aromatic finish to any meal.
A classic Mexican comfort dessert, Arroz con Leche is a creamy and sweet rice pudding infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon. It can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
A refreshing and creamy Mexican beverage made from soaked rice, almonds, and cinnamon. It's a delightful, sweet drink perfect for any occasion, especially when served chilled over ice.
Sweet baked plantains, a simple yet delicious Honduran dessert or side dish. Ripe plantains are baked with butter, sugar, and cinnamon until tender and caramelized, offering a comforting and naturally sweet treat.
A classic Portuguese rice pudding, Arroz Doce, is a comforting and festive dessert. It's traditionally decorated with a beautiful cinnamon pattern, making it a popular choice for celebrations and holidays.
A rich and creamy Peruvian rice pudding, infused with the warm spice of cinnamon and studded with plump raisins. This classic dessert is often served as a sweet counterpoint to mazamorra morada.
A comforting and traditional South African dessert featuring soft, fluffy cinnamon-spiced dumplings gently poached in a sweet, syrupy sauce.
A fragrant and subtly sweet Cape Malay yellow rice, infused with turmeric and cinnamon, studded with plump raisins. It's a classic accompaniment to dishes like bobotie.
Crispy, ridged fried dough sticks, generously coated in a warm cinnamon-sugar mixture. Traditionally served with a rich, spiced Mexican chocolate for dipping, these churros are a delightful sweet treat.
A moist and tender Dutch-style apple cake infused with warm cinnamon and studded with chunks of apple. This cake is perfect for an afternoon treat with coffee or tea.
Sweet and tender plantain fritters, lightly spiced with cinnamon and sugar, offering a delightful dessert or snack. These are a variation on the more common plantain fritters, focusing on a dessert profile.
Eesti Kringel is a sweet, enriched yeast bread, often braided and flavored with cardamom and cinnamon, then glazed or topped with almonds. It's a festive bread enjoyed during holidays and special occasions.
A comforting and aromatic apple pie, a popular dessert in Croatia, featuring a flaky crust filled with tender, spiced apples.
A comforting and creamy Venezuelan rice pudding, infused with cinnamon and sweetened to perfection. Best served chilled with a dusting of cinnamon.
A thicker, pancake-like variation of Norwegian waffles, often cooked in a special pan. This version incorporates finely diced apples and cinnamon into the batter for a comforting, spiced treat.
A rich and warming Greek beef stew, featuring tender beef braised with sweet pearl onions in a fragrant, cinnamon-spiced tomato sauce. Perfect comfort food.
A fragrant and hearty Lebanese celebration dish featuring tender chicken, plump chickpeas, sweet pearl onions, and giant moghrabieh pearls simmered in a richly spiced broth. This dish is known for its aromatic blend of cinnamon and caraway.
Biscotti di San Martino are traditional yeasted cookies, fragrant with anise and cinnamon, often shaped into rings or sticks. They are enjoyed on November 11th, St. Martin's Day, and are perfect for dipping in wine or coffee.
Delicate and fragrant German cinnamon star cookies, a classic Christmas treat. These cookies feature a crisp almond base topped with a sweet meringue glaze.
A traditional Korean sweet and spicy cinnamon ginger punch, often enjoyed during holidays, featuring the unique flavor of dried persimmons and a hint of pine nuts. It's known for its refreshing taste and digestive properties.
Delicate, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies infused with the classic flavors of South African Melktert (milk tart), dusted with fragrant cinnamon.
