Cinnamon Red Hot Candies

Avoid moisture, which will cause sticking or dissolving. Keep away from direct sunlight.

Store in an airtight container away from heat and humidity. Candies last many months at room temperature.

Use in baking: crush or roughly chop and fold into cookie dough, frostings, or caramel for a cinnamon-spice boost.

Melt into glazes for ham, roasted vegetables, or desserts for a sweet-spicy finish.

Crush finely and mix into sugar for a decorative, flavored rim on drinks or pastries.

For a milder heat, dissolve one candy in hot cider or coffee.

Keep in a candy dish or mason jar—they're visually striking and last a long time.

Storing in humid environments: moisture will soften or dissolve the candies.

Using without crushing in dough: whole candies won't distribute evenly and may remain hard in baked goods.

Ignoring the heat level: these candies are quite spicy; start with fewer than you think if serving to heat-sensitive guests.