I’ve saved the best for last! Really, homemade cinnamon ornaments are as simple as it gets and a fun holiday tradition, a break away from some of the crazy busy madness of the season.
Combine the applesauce and ground cinnamon, stirring until combined. Let the dough rest on the counter for a few minutes (15-30 minutes).
Preheat the oven to 200F.
Divide the dough into two balls. Sprinkle cinnamon over parchment paper (just like with flour for bread or pizza dough). Place the dough on the cinnamon-sprinkled parchment paper. Sprinkle cinnamon over the top. Roll the dough out, using another piece of parchment paper between the dough and rolling pin, if necessary.
Use cookie cutters to create ornament designs. Punch holes for the string (which will be inserted after baking) using the end of a skewer or chopstick.
Bake the ornaments for 2- 2 1/2 hours, until dry and fragrant.
Insert string in the holes. Use as ornaments or gift wrap tags.