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Cinnamon Sugar-Kid Made Gift

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There is something wonderful about gifts made by kids.  They put so much heart into their creations that their gifts are much more meaningful than anything store bought.  I fell in love with cinnamon toast as a child and would get so excited whenever my Mom made it.  I enjoy sharing the tradition with my own kids and teaching them how to make it.  It is an easy gift for them to make for others and teaches them about measuring and mixing ingredients.  They also get some fine motor practice in when they cut out the label and make the bow.

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Cinnamon Sugar-Kid Made Gift with Free Printable Labels for Cinnamon Toast
You will need:
  • Free Printable labels (you can use regular white paper, card stock or full page white labels)
  • Scissors
  • Mason jar, either 8 oz or 16 oz depending on the recipient (We used 16 oz.)
  • Pipe cleaner (chenille stem, we used the kind with metallic shimmer)
  • Cinnamon (1 Tablespooon per 1/2 Cup)
  • Sugar (1 Cup for 8 oz jar or 2 Cups for 16 oz. Jar)
  • Hole punch (or use scissors to cut hole in label)
  • Ribbon (We used the kind with the wire edge)

 

     Print the label onto the paper of your choice. Have your child cut out the label and set aside.  Measure the cinnamon (one tablespoon per 1/2 cup) to fit the jar you have selected and mix it in a bowl with the sugar using a whisk or spoon.  We prefer Saigon Cinnamon as it has an especially nice aroma.  Then, transfer mixture to the jar. This part is better with an adult’s help.  Put the lid on. Next, punch a hole or cut a hole in the label and feed the pipe cleaner through.  Attach it to the jar.  Lastly, have your child make a bow with the wire ribbon for a finishing touch.  The final result should be perfectly imperfect. Capri recently learned to tie a bow and was so proud that she could do this part all by herself.
*As a side note, my Mom always mixed the cinnamon sugar with softened butter and spread it on the toast rather than sprinkling it on top. If you are trying cinnamon toast for yourself, you can see which method works better for you.  If you try this out, stop by here or on the Capri + 3 Facebook Page and let me know which method you prefer.

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Comments

  1. This sounds delicious and would be perfect for grandmothers who love to bake.

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  3. Hi Cerys.

    It would be a great gift for grandmothers. In addition to the cinnamon toast, it could be sprinkled on cookies fresh from the oven or added to tea (among other things).

    : 0 ) Theresa

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  4. Hi Amanda.

    It is nice that it can be used year round by the recipient and it bring up thoughts of the child that made it every time it was used.

    : 0 ) Theresa

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  8. Thank you Tarynn.

    Have some! It is perfect for this time of year.

    : 0 ) Theresa

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  9. My kids love cinnamon toast! And I totally agree… gifts from gifts that they make themselves are so meaningful. Great idea!

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  10. Mixing it with butter is an excellent tip! I would love to make this with my kids 🙂

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  13. Thank you Chanity Dawn.

    Let me know what you think if you give it a try.

    : 0 ) Theresa

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  14. Thank you Growing Book by Book.

    It is nice that it is easy for them to make and a built in sensory experience too.

    : 0 ) Theresa

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  15. Thank you Colleen.

    We had it the other day and the kids were hooked.

    : 0 ) Theresa

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  16. Thank you Meredith.

    It is fun to see the kids get excited about making something for others too.

    : 0 ) Theresa

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