This cinnamon ornaments recipe only requires four ingredients and makes the perfect Christmas craft for kids and adults alike. You can create a variety of Christmas ornaments using this recipe. Choose a no-bake option (4-7 days) or bake them in the oven within hours.
If you plan to bake cinnamon salt dough ornaments, preheat the oven to 250°F (121°C).
Mix all dry ingredients (flour, salt, and cinnamon) in a large bowl.
Gradually add water, and begin to knead the dough. Shape the dough into a ball.
Roll the dough onto a cutting board or countertop until it is 1/4-inch thick.
Cut shapes in the dough using cookie cutters. After cutting the first batch of shapes, you can roll the remaining dough out again and repeat the process until no dough is left.
If making ornaments, use a straw to poke a hole in the top of the ornament. You can also use a toothpick or dowel to create a smaller hole if desired.
Optional: If you'd like to imprint any designs on the dough, you can gently press leaves, stamps, or other objects onto the dough.
Optional: For added decoration, sprinkle more bits of cinnamon on the ornaments before drying.
If baking, place the ornaments on a cookie sheet and bake them in the oven for 1.5 to 2 hours. For a no-bake option, allow the ornaments to dry in a cool, dark location for 4 to 7 days.
Add decorative ribbon to your ornaments if desired.
Notes
When making cinnamon salt dough with children, you may want to cover the work surface with a plastic tablecloth to make it easier to roll out the dough.If you don't plan to use the dough immediately, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.If you are having difficulty rolling out the dough, try chilling it for 30 minutes to 1 hour.