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Definition
A popular breakfast cereal known for its sweet, crisp squares coated with cinnamon and sugar, often used in desserts and snacks.
Sensory Profile
TasteSweet, Cinnamon, Toasted Grain
TextureCrisp, Crunchy, Light
AromaSweet, Cinnamon, Toasted Grain
AcidityLow
Technical Metrics
Nutrition Facts
Per 3/4 cup (31g) Calories400 kcal
Total Fat13.3 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein6.7 g
Total Carbohydrate76.7 g
Dietary Fiber3.3 g
Total Sugars33.3 g
Calcium133 mg
Iron12 mg
Potassium100 mg
Chef’s Secret
Crush Cinnamon Toast Crunch to use as a crunchy coating for French toast, chicken tenders, or a delicious topping for cheesecake or ice cream.
Substitutions
Best Match
Cinnamon Sugar Toast (cubed)
To taste
Mimics flavor and crunch for dessert applications.
Golden Grahams Cereal
1:1Similar texture and sweetness, less prominent cinnamon flavor.
Graham Crackers (crushed with cinnamon sugar)
1:1 (by volume)
Provides crunch and cinnamon-sweetness, good for crusts or toppings.
Cinnamon Chex Cereal
1:1Similar cinnamon-sugar flavor, different texture (airy squares).
Buying Guide
Available in most grocery stores in the cereal aisle. Look for deals on larger boxes.
Flavor Pairings
Milk Ice Cream Yogurt Apples Bananas Cream Cheese Coffee.