Recipe: Applesauce Spice Ornaments
Description: Looking for a thoughtful gift idea or a festive addition to your Christmas tree? These delightful applesauce spice ornaments are just what you need! Fragrant, easy to make, and perfect for involving the whole family, these ornaments will fill your home with holiday cheer. The cook time includes drying time for the ornaments, so be sure to plan accordingly. This recipe yields approximately 2 trays of ornaments, but the quantity may vary depending on the size of the cutters used.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon allspice
- 2 teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup applesauce
Instructions:
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Combine spices: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground cinnamon, allspice, ground cloves, and nutmeg. Mix well to ensure even distribution of spices.
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Add applesauce: Pour the applesauce into the bowl with the spices. Mix until the spices are thoroughly incorporated into the applesauce, forming a fragrant dough.
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Roll out the dough: On an ungreased cookie sheet, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Use a rolling pin to evenly flatten the dough.
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Cut into shapes: Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into desired shapes. Press the cookie cutters firmly into the dough to create clean, defined shapes.
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Remove excess dough: Carefully lift away the excess dough from around the cut shapes. Gather the excess dough into a ball and re-roll it to cut out more shapes. Repeat this process until all the dough is used.
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Make holes: Using a straw or skewer, make a small hole at the top of each ornament. This will allow you to hang the ornaments once they are dry.
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Allow to dry: Place the cookie sheets in a dry, well-ventilated area and allow the ornaments to dry for 5 days. This will ensure that they harden completely and retain their shape.
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Decorate: Once the ornaments are fully dry, you can get creative and decorate them further if desired. Use acrylic paint to add festive colors and designs to your ornaments.
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Hang and enjoy: Thread ribbon or yarn through the holes in the ornaments, and they’re ready to hang on your Christmas tree or give as gifts to friends and family. Enjoy the festive aroma and charm they bring to your holiday celebrations!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 253.1
- Fat Content: 4.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 65.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 66.5g
- Fiber Content: 27.8g
- Sugar Content: 2.1g
- Protein Content: 2.6g
These applesauce spice ornaments are not only a delightful holiday decoration but also a wonderful way to infuse your home with the warm scents of the season. Whether you’re making them as gifts or adorning your own tree, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone who sees them!
