21 Easy Cinnamon Dessert Recipes
Ava Brown
September 11, 2025 • 21 recipes
Cinnamon craving hitting hard? 😩 These 21 recipes are SO easy, you'll have dessert ready before you can even decide what to watch.
Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
Ditch the fryer for these irresistible Cinnamon Sugar Donuts, delivering all the comforting flavor of your favorite bakery treat with a lighter, baked finish. These beauties boast an incredibly soft and fluffy crumb, perfectly complemented by a generous coating of warm, sweet cinnamon sugar that melts slightly upon contact. Infused with melted butter and canola oil for that signature richness, they are the quintessential cozy indulgence for a crisp autumn morning or an afternoon coffee break. For the best texture, be sure to let the donuts cool almost completely before tossing them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Mini Apple & Cinnamon Tarts
These Mini Apple & Cinnamon Tarts deliver all the cozy, comforting flavor of your favorite fall pie in an effortlessly adorable, single-serving package. We start with buttery, flaky puff pastry squares, which create a delightful crisp base for tender slices of apple, all generously dusted with a fragrant blend of sugar and warm cinnamon. Simply arrange your fruit atop the pastry, and you have a rustic, handheld treat ready for baking. Cut your pastry precisely with a pizza wheel for perfectly uniform little squares that bake up beautifully golden brown.
Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls
Elevate your cinnamon roll experience with these Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls, where the warmth of spice meets the sweet tang of autumn fruit. Instead of a traditional sugary filling, these beauties are layered with homemade or high-quality apple butter, infusing every swirl with deep, caramelized apple notes that complement the rich, buttery dough. The resulting roll is incredibly tender, boasting a gooey texture punctuated by concentrated bursts of spiced apple flavor throughout. Prepare the dough the night before and let it rise slowly in the refrigerator for an extra flavorful and effortless morning bake.
Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
Elevate your cinnamon roll game with these decadent Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls, where gooey sweetness meets satisfying crunch. These fluffy, golden spirals are generously slathered in a tangy cream cheese frosting, then blanketed with toasted, crunchy pecans and a luxurious drizzle of rich caramel sauce. The interplay between the soft, yielding dough and the textural elements on top makes every bite a true indulgence. Prepare these rolls the night before and let them proof in the pan for the ultimate warm, ready-to-bake breakfast treat.
Spiced Rum Raisin Bread Pudding
Elevate your weeknight dessert routine with this Spiced Rum Raisin Bread Pudding, a deeply comforting classic infused with grown-up flavor. Stale brioche soaks up a custard rich with warm cinnamon, dark rum, and plump, boozy raisins, resulting in a texture that is simultaneously custardy and lightly crisp on top. This bake requires a bit of patience for the soaking process, but the payoff is an incredibly moist, aromatic dessert that is wonderfully satisfying served warm with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.
Savory Cheesecake with Roasted Tomato Jam & Parmesan Crust
Forget everything you think you know about cheesecake; this recipe flips the script with a sophisticated, savory profile perfect for an impressive appetizer or brunch centerpiece. A nutty, savory foundation is built with a unique crust of finely ground almonds blended with sharp Parmesan cheese, providing a delightful textural contrast to the silky, tangy cream cheese filling. This creamy canvas is crowned with a bright, jammy layer of slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, infusing the entire bake with deep, resonant umami. Prepare this beauty ahead of time to allow the complex flavors to fully meld before serving.
Spiced Date and Orange Loaf with Pecan Streusel
Elevate your afternoon coffee break with this deeply satisfying Spiced Date and Orange Loaf, a sophisticated take on a classic quick bread. We infuse the moist, tender crumb with the warm embrace of cinnamon and other complementary spices, balancing the sweetness of plump dates with a bright, zesty hint of fresh orange. The true showstopper is the crunchy pecan streusel topping, which bakes into a beautifully textured, nutty layer that contrasts perfectly with the soft interior. This loaf travels exceptionally well, making it a wonderful option to bring to a gathering or enjoy over several days.
Carrot, Date & Apricot Pudding with Cinnamon Cream
This Carrot, Date & Apricot Pudding offers a wonderfully textured and warmly spiced alternative to traditional cake, bringing together the comforting sweetness of dried fruit with fresh carrots. Each bite is loaded with chewy dates and tangy apricots folded into a moist, spiced batter, creating pockets of rich flavor throughout. The crowning glory is the luscious Cinnamon Cream, a smooth, velvety topping that enhances the pudding's inherent warmth. While it requires a bit more attention than a simple cookie, this hearty pudding is excellent for making ahead, as the flavors deepen beautifully overnight.
Sticky Carrot, Ginger & Date Loaf with Citrus Glaze
Elevate your cinnamon spice game with this incredibly moist Sticky Carrot, Ginger & Date Loaf, a sophisticated bake that perfectly balances warmth and brightness. Tender shreds of carrot meld beautifully with the chewiness of sweet dates, while a surprising kick of fresh ginger cuts through the richness for a complex flavor profile. The crowning glory is a zesty citrus glaze that cascades over the top, adding a necessary tang to this deeply satisfying loaf. While it requires a medium touch, this dense loaf stores beautifully, making it an excellent option for breakfast or an afternoon treat throughout the week.
Maple Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
Elevate your cinnamon roll game with these decadent Maple Pecan Cinnamon Rolls, where sticky sweetness meets warm spice. Each spiral is generously filled with a brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, studded with toasted, buttery pecans, and then drizzled with a luscious, pure maple glaze that soaks right into the soft dough. While these require a little patience with the rolling, the reward is a supremely gooey texture and a sophisticated flavor profile that tastes like a cozy autumn morning. Prepare these the night before, cover them, and let them proof in the refrigerator for an effortless, incredible breakfast bake.
Soft Iced Gingerbread Cookies
These Soft Iced Gingerbread Cookies deliver the quintessential warmth of the holidays in every delightfully chewy bite. Featuring a perfect balance of 2 and 1/2 teaspoons of ground ginger and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, these cookies boast a deep, aromatic spice flavor that truly sings. The tender interior contrasts beautifully with the slightly crisp, sweet vanilla glaze, creating a satisfying texture profile. If you are looking for a showstopper for your next gathering, these cookies are certainly worthy of taking home a blue ribbon.
Chai Spice Panna Cotta with Caramel
Embrace the cozy complexity of your favorite spiced tea in this elegant Chai Spice Panna Cotta, finished with a luscious ribbon of homemade caramel. Silky smooth cream is infused deeply with aromatic cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, and black peppercorns, creating a dessert that melts instantly on the tongue. This sophisticated yet simple set custard offers a wonderfully creamy texture that contrasts beautifully with the sticky, burnt-sugar notes of the rich caramel topping. Because panna cotta requires chilling time, this recipe is an excellent make-ahead option for dinner parties.
Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls
Prepare for a truly decadent mashup as we take the comforting warmth of banana bread and transform it into a pull-apart cinnamon roll masterpiece. This recipe features a simple, no-knead dough enriched with two perfectly ripe, mashed bananas, creating an unbelievably tender base for that iconic, gooey cinnamon swirl. Imagine biting through layers of soft dough saturated with a rich, brown sugar filling, offering that familiar, nostalgic flavor in an entirely new, irresistible format. These rolls are best enjoyed warm from the oven, allowing that fragrant banana aroma to fully bloom.
Spiced Plum Crisp with Vanilla Cream
This Spiced Plum Crisp offers a sophisticated yet comforting take on a rustic classic, perfectly balancing the tart sweetness of seasonal plums with warm, aromatic spices. Beneath a buttery, crunchy oat topping, the plums soften into a jammy, deeply flavorful base infused with cinnamon and a hint of ginger. Serve this warm beauty straight from the baking dish, crowned with a generous drizzle of homemade vanilla cream for a truly luxurious finish.
Sticky Toffee Pudding with Date & Walnut
Indulge in the ultimate cozy classic with this Sticky Toffee Pudding, elevated by the deep, caramelized sweetness of dates and the satisfying crunch of walnuts. This deeply moist sponge cake is infused with rich brown sugar notes and generously drenched in a luscious, buttery toffee sauce that soaks into every crumb. The combination of tender cake and sticky sauce creates an unforgettable textural experience that is pure comfort. While it requires a bit of focused attention, this decadent pudding is best served warm, allowing the sauce to remain perfectly molten.
Sticky Toffee Date Pudding
Indulge in the deep, comforting flavors of this Sticky Toffee Date Pudding, a true showstopper that pairs beautifully with the warmth of cinnamon. This decadent cake is packed with tender, plump Medjool dates that caramelize beautifully during baking, creating a moist crumb that practically melts in your mouth. It is traditionally drenched in a rich, buttery toffee sauce, ensuring every bite is wonderfully gooey and sweet. For the best texture, let this pudding rest for about 30 minutes after saucing so the cake can fully absorb that glorious caramel.
Pumpkin Date Cake with Cream Cheese Icing
This Pumpkin Date Cake brings the cozy warmth of fall spice to a deeply satisfying centerpiece dessert. Moist pumpkin cake batter is studded with sweet, chewy Medjool dates, creating pockets of concentrated flavor throughout every slice. It is generously blanketed with a tangy, smooth cream cheese icing that perfectly balances the rich sweetness of the cake base. For the best texture, allow the cake to cool completely before frosting, ensuring the icing sets up beautifully.
Apple Cinnamon Crumble Cake
This Apple Cinnamon Crumble Cake perfectly marries the comforting warmth of a classic apple crumble with the satisfying structure of a tender cake. Imagine moist, cinnamon-spiced cake studded with chunks of sweet, tender baked apples, all crowned with a buttery, perfectly crisp streusel topping. It’s an impressive bake that delivers layers of soft cake, gooey fruit, and crunchy texture in every slice. For the best flavor, make sure your apples are slightly tart to balance the sweetness of the cake batter.
Apple Cinnamon Streusel Cake
This Apple Cinnamon Streusel Cake is the quintessential autumn bake, balancing tender cake with the warm spice of cinnamon and sweet-tart apples. Beneath a generous, buttery streusel topping that bakes up perfectly crumbly and golden, you'll find a moist cake studded with chunks of fresh apple that soften beautifully during baking. The rich cinnamon swirl throughout ensures every slice delivers that comforting, familiar flavor we crave this time of year. This cake is sturdy enough to be baked ahead and tastes even better the next day once the flavors have truly melded.
Caramel Apple Crisp with Cinnamon Oat Topping
This Caramel Apple Crisp delivers everything you crave in a cozy fall dessert, presenting juicy, tender apples bathed in rich, gooey caramel sauce. The magic truly happens with the topping: a buttery, perfectly spiced cinnamon oat mixture bakes up to a glorious, crunchy golden brown that contrasts beautifully with the soft fruit underneath. For an extra decadent experience, serve this warm right from the oven with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.
Caramel Apple Spice Cake with Cinnamon Glaze
This Caramel Apple Spice Cake is the ultimate ode to autumn, featuring tender cake studded with chunks of sweet, cooked apples. We elevate the classic spice cake with a deeply flavorful caramel swirl woven throughout the batter, ensuring every bite is moist and aromatic. Once baked, the cake is drenched in a simple yet intensely flavorful cinnamon glaze that sets up to a delicate crackle. This showstopper is worth the medium effort, offering a truly sophisticated taste of apple season.