Recipes for Cinnamon Powder

Safe ways to use cinnamon powder past its expiration date

Cinnamon Banana Bread

Cinnamon Banana Bread

Make a delicious banana bread using expired cinnamon powder, reducing food waste without compromising food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
60 minutes
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon expired cinnamon powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 4 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and expired cinnamon powder.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then stir in the mashed bananas, milk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for approximately 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
  9. Serve and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

Cinnamon Apple Oatmeal

Prepare a warm and comforting bowl of cinnamon apple oatmeal using expired cinnamon powder, reducing food waste without compromising food safety.

Prep time:
5 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup milk (any type)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon expired cinnamon powder
  • 1 apple, diced
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • Optional toppings: chopped nuts, raisins, or additional cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water and milk to a boil over medium heat.
  2. Add the rolled oats, salt, and expired cinnamon powder to the boiling liquid.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the diced apple and continue to cook for another 5 minutes or until the oats are tender and the apple is softened.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in honey or maple syrup.
  6. Serve the cinnamon apple oatmeal warm in bowls and top with optional toppings if desired.
  7. Enjoy a cozy and nutritious breakfast!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Cinnamon Spice Muffins

Cinnamon Spice Muffins

Enjoy a batch of delicious cinnamon spice muffins using slightly expired cinnamon powder, reducing food waste without compromising food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, applesauce, vanilla extract, and egg.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. If desired, fold in the raisins.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy

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