Cinnamon Sugar

Store in an airtight container or sealed jar at room temperature indefinitely. Keep away from heat and humidity to prevent clumping.

Make your own blend by mixing 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon with 1/4 cup sugar for better control over sweetness and spice level.

Use on toast, oatmeal, yogurt, churros, coffee cake, and cinnamon rolls.

A pinch of salt in the blend can deepen the cinnamon flavor.

Store-bought versions may use cinnamon cassia (more common, stronger) or Ceylon cinnamon (milder, slightly sweet). Ceylon blends tend to be pricier but smoother.

Using old, stale cinnamon that has lost its aroma—check the color (should be reddish-brown, not dull brown).

Storing in an open container or humid environment, which causes clumping and flavor loss.

Burning it in the oven or skillet; sprinkle after baking rather than before if the mixture will be directly exposed to high heat.