Cinnamon Ornaments

5 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 c. cinnamon
  • 1 Tbsp. cloves
  • 1 Tbsp. nutmeg
  • 3/4 c. applesauce
  • 2 Tbsp. tacky glue

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large bowl, combine spices and stir in applesauce and glue.
  2. 2
    Work mixture 2 or 3 minutes to form a ball.
  3. 3
    If too dry, add more applesauce; if too wet, add more cinnamon.
  4. 4
    Knead on a cinnamon sprinkled surface until it holds together well. Divide into small portions and roll out until about 1/4-inch thick on cinnamon sprinkled surface and then cut with cookie cutters into desired shapes.
  5. 5
    Place on trays or cookie sheets.
  6. 6
    Use a pencil to make a small hole in top for hanging ribbon.
  7. 7
    Be sure hole goes the whole way through. Air dry the ornaments, turning from time to time, or dry in a 250° to 300° oven for several hours.
  8. 8
    Air drying will take several days, depending on humidity and weather.

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