Homemade Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments
Bring the scent of the season into your home with these charming cinnamon applesauce ornaments. Their warm fragrance and handmade look make them a timeless addition to your cozy Christmas decor.
Yield: 20 Ornaments
Cost: $10
Equipment
- Bowl
- Rolling Pin
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Baking sheet
- Wax Paper
Materials
- 1 ¾ cups ground cinnamon (175 g)
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce (255 g)
- ⅓ cup white glue (80 g)
Instructions
- Mix: Combine applesauce, ground cinnamon, and glue in a mixing bowl until a dough forms.
- Knead: Work the dough on a flat surface until smooth, then let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll: Flatten the dough between sheets of wax paper to ⅛–¼ inch thick.
- Cut: Use cookie cutters to create shapes and make a small hole at the top of each ornament.
- Dry: Place ornaments on a baking sheet or cooling rack and dry in a 200°F oven for 2–4 hours, or air dry for 1–2 days.
- Decorate: Once dry, paint and add ribbons as desired.
Notes
Even Thickness: Roll dough evenly for consistent drying and appearance.
Prevent Curling: Flip ornaments during drying to keep them flat.
Storage Tip: Store finished ornaments in tissue paper for future use.