Spiced Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments
Create delightful and aromatic Spiced Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments that not only serve as beautiful holiday decorations but also fill your home with a warm, festive scent. These easy-to-make ornaments are perfect for a fun crafting session with family or friends and can be personalized with your favorite shapes. Hang them on your Christmas tree, use them as gift toppers, or simply display them around your home for a cozy ambiance. This recipe yields enough dough to make 10 lovely ornaments.
10
Servings
32
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cinnamon
3/4 cup (ground)
Nutmeg
1 teaspoon (ground)
Warm Applesauce
1/2 cup (unflavored)
White Glue
2 tablespoons (none)
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the cinnamon, nutmeg, warm applesauce, and white glue.
2
Mix the ingredients until well combined, then use your hands to knead the mixture into a stiff dough. If the dough is too crumbly, add more applesauce gradually until desired consistency is reached.
3
Once the dough is ready, place it between two sheets of aluminum foil and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thick.
4
Use cookie cutters to cut out fun shapes from the rolled dough.
5
To create a hanging hole, use a straw to make a hole near the top of each shaped ornament.
6
Carefully remove the ornaments from the foil and place them on a drying rack or baking sheet.
7
Allow the ornaments to dry completely for several hours or overnight, flipping them over halfway through to ensure both sides dry thoroughly.
Nutrition Information
0.2g
Fat
7g
Carbs
0.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Cinnamon Applesauce Ornaments?
They are decorative, aromatic holiday ornaments made from a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, applesauce, and white glue.
Are these ornaments edible?
No, these ornaments are for decorative purposes only and should not be eaten because they contain white glue.
How many ornaments does this recipe make?
This recipe yields enough dough to create approximately 10 ornaments.
What ingredients are required for the dough?
You will need 3/4 cup ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 cup warm unflavored applesauce, and 2 tablespoons of white glue.
Why do I need to use warm applesauce?
Warm applesauce helps the ingredients bind together more effectively when you begin mixing the dough.
What should I do if the dough is too crumbly?
If the dough is too crumbly to work with, gradually add more applesauce until you reach a stiff, workable consistency.
How thick should the dough be rolled out?
The dough should be rolled out to a thickness of approximately 1/4 inch.
Why is aluminum foil used during the rolling process?
Placing the dough between sheets of foil prevents it from sticking to the rolling pin and your work surface.
How do I make a hole for hanging the ornament?
Use a drinking straw to punch a clean hole near the top of each ornament before they start drying.
What is the drying time for these ornaments?
The ornaments should dry for several hours or overnight until they are completely hard and stiff.
Do these ornaments need to be baked in an oven?
No, these are air-dry ornaments and do not require any baking.
Why should I flip the ornaments while they are drying?
Flipping them halfway through the drying process ensures that both sides dry thoroughly and prevents the edges from curling.
Can I use flavored applesauce?
It is best to use unflavored applesauce to ensure the natural cinnamon and nutmeg scent is the primary fragrance.
What type of glue should I use?
Standard white craft glue is the recommended binder for this recipe.
Can I use any shape for these ornaments?
Yes, you can use any cookie cutters you like to create various shapes such as stars, hearts, or trees.
How do I hang the finished ornaments?
Once dry, you can thread ribbon, twine, or ornament hooks through the hole you created with the straw.
Can I decorate the ornaments once they are dry?
Yes, once fully dry, you can personalize them with paint, glitter, or markers.
How long will the scent last?
The spicy aroma will last for several weeks and can be preserved longer if stored in an airtight container between seasons.
What is the best way to store them?
Store them in a cool, dry place, ideally wrapped in tissue paper to protect them from moisture and breakage.
Is this a good project for children?
Yes, this is a fun and easy craft for kids, though they should be supervised to ensure they do not try to eat the dough.
What color do the ornaments turn when they dry?
The ornaments generally dry to a dark, rustic cinnamon-brown color.
Can I use clear glue instead of white glue?
White glue is the standard binder for this recipe, but clear school glue should also work.
Are these ornaments fragile?
Once fully dry, they are relatively sturdy, but they can break if dropped on a hard surface.
Can I use these as gift tags?
Yes, they make excellent scented gift toppers that recipients can later hang on their trees.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 4 main ingredients: cinnamon, nutmeg, applesauce, and white glue.
What should the dough consistency feel like?
The dough should feel stiff and clay-like, similar to a dense cookie dough.
Can I use a drying rack?
Yes, a drying rack is ideal as it allows air to circulate around all sides of the ornament.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The recipe is calculated for 10 individual ornaments.
Is ground nutmeg mandatory?
While cinnamon is the main scent, the teaspoon of nutmeg adds a nice depth to the festive fragrance.
Can I make these in advance?
Yes, you can make them several weeks before the holidays as they stay aromatic for a long time.