25 Uses for Apple Cinnamon Sugar: Your Fall Secret Weapon

Every fall, after a glorious day of apple picking, I get to work on my apple sauce and pie making. But here’s the kicker: I don’t let those delicious apple peels go to waste!

Instead, I dehydrate them, grind them up, and mix the apple dust with cinnamon and sugar in a delicious 4:1:4 ratio. What do I get? Apple Cinnamon Sugar—a magical concoction that’s pure autumn in a jar.

Here’s are 25+ ways you can use it to make your life infinitely tastier!

Baked Into / Mixed In Recipes

1. Apple Cinnamon Sugar Snickerdoodles
   These are like regular snickerdoodles but so much better. Roll your cookie dough in apple cinnamon sugar before baking for a fall-flavored twist!
2. Apple Cinnamon Biscotti
   Add a couple of teaspoons of this mix to your biscotti dough. Dip those crunchy, crispy treats in your morning coffee, and suddenly, life is good.
3. Apple Cinnamon Rolls
   Swap out regular cinnamon in your homemade cinnamon rolls for this mix. It’s like fall wrapped up in buttery, doughy goodness.
4. Apple Cider Donut Coating
   Ever wanted to make apple cider donuts at home? After frying (or baking) those donuts, roll them in this mix for an extra apple punch. Your kitchen will smell like a farmer’s market!
5. Mix into Pie Crust
   Why not add an extra hint of flavor right in your crust? Mix some of this apple cinnamon goodness into your pie dough, and it’ll elevate your apple pie to legendary status.
6. Streusel Topping
   Mix this into your go-to streusel topping for crisps, cobblers, and muffins. Add a little crunch and a lot of flavor!
7. Apple Cinnamon Churros
   Ditch regular cinnamon and use this blend instead. Coat churros fresh out of the fryer, and you’ve just made the best decision of your life.
8. Top Muffins or Scones Before Baking
   Sprinkle the mix over muffins or scones before baking to create a sweet, crunchy crust that adds a perfect autumn touch to your baked goods.
9. Apple Cinnamon Hot Chocolate
   Stir a teaspoon of the mix into hot chocolate for a cozy fall twist on your favorite winter drink. It’s like a warm hug in a mug!
10. Spiced Butter for Roasting Vegetables
    Melt some butter, stir in the apple cinnamon sugar, and brush it over squash or carrots before roasting. It gives the veggies a sweet, caramelized flavor.
11. Glazed Apple Cinnamon Bacon, Turkey Bacon or Fake Bacon
    Brush bacon with maple syrup, then sprinkle it with apple cinnamon sugar before baking. The sweet and salty combo is next-level delicious!
12. Bake onto Brie
    For an elegant appetizer, sprinkle apple cinnamon sugar on a wheel of baked brie before serving it with crackers or sliced apples. The sweetness complements the creamy cheese beautifully!

Sprinkle Over / Top It Off

13. On Buttered Toast or Croissants
    Simple, nostalgic, and oh-so-yummy. Spread some butter on toast or croissants and sprinkle this on top for a sweet, apple-y start to your day.
14. On Oatmeal
    Hot oatmeal + apple cinnamon sugar = breakfast perfection. It’s like eating apple pie for breakfast—without the guilt.
15. On French Toast, Pancakes or waffles
    Sprinkle this magical mix on your French toast, pancakes or waffles while they’re still warm and watch the cinnamon sugar melt into a fall-flavored glaze.
16. Over Whipped Cream in Drinks
    Top off your hot cocoa, lattes, or even apple cider with a swirl of whipped cream and a dusting of apple cinnamon sugar. Fancy coffee shop vibes at home!
17. On Popcorn
    Sweet and salty, with a hint of apple? Yes, please! Sprinkle this mix over your freshly popped popcorn for a new movie-night obsession.
18. Strewn Across Roasted Sweet Potatoes
    Roast your sweet potatoes as usual and finish them off with a sprinkle of this mix for a sweet, earthy surprise.

Dip, Roll, & More

19. Homemade Auntie Anne’s Pretzels
    Make your own soft pretzels at home and roll them in apple cinnamon sugar after brushing with butter. Better than the mall version, I promise.
20. Apple Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Spread
    Mix this into your cream cheese for a flavored spread that’s amazing on bagels, toast, or even as a dip for fruit.
    Dip for Sweet Potato Fries
21. Make a sweet dip by mixing apple cinnamon sugar with yogurt or a cream cheese base, then serve it alongside sweet potato fries for a delicious sweet-salty combo.
22. Dip for Apples or Bananas
    Looking for a quick snack? Mix apple cinnamon sugar into a little yogurt or peanut butter for a sweet dip that pairs perfectly with sliced apples or bananas.
23. Apple Cinnamon Butter
    Blend softened butter with apple cinnamon sugar for a spread that’s perfect on rolls, waffles, or cornbread.
24. Rim a Cocktail Glass
    Hosting a party? Rim your glasses with this mix for cider cocktails, fall margaritas, or even mulled wine. It’s the little things!
25. Sprinkled on Vanilla Ice Cream
    Sprinkle a bit over a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a simple but ridiculously tasty dessert. Add a drizzle of caramel if you’re feeling fancy.

Bonus Ideas

26. Make a Fragrance Sachet
    This isn’t edible, but why not use the leftovers as a DIY air freshener? Put some in a sachet to make your drawers or car smell like fall all year long.
27. Gift It!
    Package this up in cute jars with a ribbon, and you’ve got an easy, homemade gift that everyone will love—because who doesn’t want to sprinkle a little extra fall magic on their food?

Now, the real question is: How will you use your batch of apple cinnamon sugar? Try one (or all) of these, and I promise your fall will taste better than ever!