Christmas Ornament
Create festive cinnamon ornaments with warm spices and applesauce, perfect for holiday decorating and adding a delightful aroma to your home during the Christmas season.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain applesauce overnight on paper towels.
- Mix drained applesauce with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice to form a dough.
- Use a cookie cutter of your choice to cut out ornament shapes from the dough.
- Make one ornament at a time.
- Insert a hole in the ornament for hanging before it dries.
- Allow the ornaments to dry on a flat surface for several days until completely hardened.
- Once dry, hang the ornaments on your Christmas tree or around your home.
Tips & Substitutions
For best results, ensure your applesauce is well-drained to avoid a sticky dough. If you want to add a scent, consider sprinkling in some vanilla extract. For a twist, substitute some of the cinnamon with ground ginger or cardamom. These ornaments can also be painted or decorated once dried for a more festive look.
Serving Suggestions
While these ornaments are not edible, they can be displayed on your Christmas tree or around the home for a festive touch. Consider pairing them with homemade gifts like the Prize Danish or serving them alongside a holiday drink such as Social Hall Punch for a complete festive experience.
Storage & Reheating
Store your dried ornaments in a cool, dry place, ideally in a breathable bag or box to prevent moisture buildup. Avoid direct sunlight as it can fade colors. These ornaments can last for several years if kept properly, making them a lovely keepsake.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Christmas Ornament contains roughly 428 calories, with 7g protein, 71g carbohydrates, and 23g fat. It is an excellent source of dietary fiber (83% of the Daily Value), calcium (39% of the Daily Value), and iron (34% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium and protein. It also contributes 23g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use other spices for the ornaments?
Absolutely! You can experiment with various spices like ginger, coriander, or even pumpkin spice to create unique scents and flavors for your ornaments. Just keep the proportions similar to maintain the dough's consistency.
How long do the ornaments take to dry?
The ornaments typically need several days to dry completely, depending on the humidity in your environment. Ensure they are placed in a well-ventilated area for optimal drying, and flip them occasionally to prevent any moisture from being trapped underneath.
What if I want to make the ornaments more colorful?
You can paint the ornaments with acrylic paint after they are completely dry. Another option is to add food coloring to the dough before shaping, but this may alter the scent slightly. Just remember to use non-toxic materials if you're concerned about kids being around them.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).