17 Best Tasting Recipes with Cinnamon

Cinnamon is one of those ingredients that instantly transforms a dish. Whether it’s adding warmth to a breakfast bowl or depth to a dessert, I reach for it often, especially when I want something comforting and a little nostalgic. From sweet treats to savory surprises, these recipes celebrate everything that makes cinnamon so irresistible.

This list includes some of my favorite cinnamon-forward dishes. They’re easy to make, full of flavor, and guaranteed to leave your kitchen smelling amazing.

1. Cinnamon Banana Bread

This moist banana bread gets an upgrade with a hefty swirl of cinnamon sugar throughout the loaf. It’s perfect for breakfast or snacking.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 210
2. Protein: 4g
3. Carbs: 27g
4. Fat: 10g
5. Fiber: 2g

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2. Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Oats soaked in almond milk with chopped apples, cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup. It’s a no-cook, ready-when-you-are breakfast.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 190
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 28g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 5g

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3. Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes

I toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, cinnamon, and a little salt, then roast until caramelized. Simple and satisfying.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 180
2. Protein: 2g
3. Carbs: 22g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 4g

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4. Cinnamon Roll Baked Oatmeal

Like dessert for breakfast, this baked oatmeal has all the flavors of a cinnamon roll—plus a drizzle of cream cheese glaze on top.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 230
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 30g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 4g

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5. Cinnamon-Spiced Chia Pudding

Creamy chia pudding made with almond milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and a hint of sweetener. Tastes like dessert but works as a healthy breakfast too.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 160
2. Protein: 5g
3. Carbs: 10g
4. Fat: 10g
5. Fiber: 6g

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6. Classic Cinnamon Rolls

Soft, fluffy dough rolled up with cinnamon sugar and topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. A weekend baking favorite in my house.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 310
2. Protein: 6g
3. Carbs: 41g
4. Fat: 13g
5. Fiber: 2g

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7. Baked Cinnamon Apples

Sliced apples baked with cinnamon, a bit of coconut sugar, and a touch of butter. Great on their own or spooned over yogurt or oats.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 170
2. Protein: 1g
3. Carbs: 25g
4. Fat: 7g
5. Fiber: 4g

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8. Cinnamon Spiced Granola

This crunchy granola is packed with nuts, seeds, oats, and warm cinnamon. I eat it by the handful or sprinkle it over smoothies.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 200
2. Protein: 5g
3. Carbs: 16g
4. Fat: 13g
5. Fiber: 4g

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9. Cinnamon Coffee Smoothie

Frozen banana, cold brew, almond milk, and cinnamon come together in a smoothie that tastes like a creamy coffee treat.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 180
2. Protein: 4g
3. Carbs: 23g
4. Fat: 7g
5. Fiber: 3g

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10. Cinnamon Sugar Tortilla Chips

I cut low-carb tortillas into wedges, brush them with coconut oil, sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, then bake until crisp.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 140
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 14g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 3g

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11. Warm Cinnamon Quinoa Porridge

A hearty, cozy bowl made by simmering quinoa with almond milk, cinnamon, and a drizzle of honey or maple syrup.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 220
2. Protein: 7g
3. Carbs: 28g
4. Fat: 8g
5. Fiber: 4g

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12. Cinnamon Apple Muffins

These muffins are soft and moist, packed with apple chunks and cinnamon, and finished with a light crumb topping.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 210
2. Protein: 4g
3. Carbs: 26g
4. Fat: 10g
5. Fiber: 3g

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13. Cinnamon-Spiced Butternut Squash

Roasted butternut squash tossed with cinnamon and nutmeg—sweet, earthy, and perfect as a side dish.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 190
2. Protein: 2g
3. Carbs: 24g
4. Fat: 9g
5. Fiber: 4g

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14. Cinnamon Protein Pancakes

I make these with almond flour, eggs, and protein powder, then add cinnamon to warm things up. Great for busy mornings.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 230
2. Protein: 16g
3. Carbs: 10g
4. Fat: 14g
5. Fiber: 3g

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15. Cinnamon Spiced Hot Chocolate

Unsweetened cocoa, almond milk, cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup. It’s cozy, comforting, and dairy-free.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 130
2. Protein: 2g
3. Carbs: 16g
4. Fat: 6g
5. Fiber: 3g

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16. Cinnamon Roasted Pecans

Pecans tossed in egg white, cinnamon, and sweetener, then roasted until crisp. Addictive and perfect for snacking.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 210
2. Protein: 3g
3. Carbs: 6g
4. Fat: 20g
5. Fiber: 3g

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17. Sweet Potato and Cinnamon Smoothie

Blended sweet potato, cinnamon, almond milk, banana, and a scoop of nut butter. Thick, creamy, and naturally sweet.

Nutrition per serving:

1. Calories: 240
2. Protein: 5g
3. Carbs: 30g
4. Fat: 11g
5. Fiber: 5g

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