Use Canned Cinnamon Rolls For The Absolute Best Crust On Pies Static Media / Shutterstock The best winter-friendly desserts embody warmth, richness, sweetness, and delicious spices. The A-list lineup of holiday baking spices includes beloved classics like nutmeg and allspice, or the extra powerful flavors of cloves and star anise. But the star atop the Christmas tree of spices is, of course, cinnamon.