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Quantity Cinnamon

Cinnamomum verum (Ceylon), C. cassia (Cassia) Allergen-Free
Quantity Cinnamon

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Lauraceae
  • Primary Cuisine Global, Southeast Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cinnamon Bark

What Is Quantity Cinnamon?

Cinnamon is a widely used spice derived from the inner bark of several tree species, known for its warm, sweet, and woody aroma and flavor.

What Does Quantity Cinnamon Taste Like?

Quantity Cinnamon has a warm, sweet, woody taste with aromatic, spicy, earthy aromas.

Taste
Warm, Sweet, Woody
Texture
Powdery (ground), Woody (stick)
Aroma
Aromatic, Spicy, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 2g
Calories247 kcal
Total Fat1.2g
Saturated Fat0.3g
Trans Fat0.0g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein4.0g
Total Carbohydrate80.6g
Dietary Fiber53.1g
Total Sugars2.2g
Calcium1000 mg
Iron8.3 mg
Potassium431 mg

Chef’s Secret

Toast cinnamon sticks lightly before grinding or adding to liquids to enhance their aromatic compounds.

Quantity Cinnamon Substitutes & Ratios

The best substitute for Quantity Cinnamon is Allspice, used at a 1:1 ratio. Offers a similar warm, spicy note, often described as tasting like a blend of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Substitutes for Quantity Cinnamon with ratios
Substitute Ratio Best for
Allspice Best 1:1 Offers a similar warm, spicy note, often described as tasting like a blend of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
Nutmeg 1:1 Adds warmth and sweetness, but has a more distinct pungent note.
Pumpkin Pie Spice 1:1 A blend including cinnamon, nutmeg, and other warming spices; great for baking.
Cloves 0.5:1 (use less)

How to Choose & Store Quantity Cinnamon

  1. Store ground cinnamon in an airtight container away from light and heat.
  2. Cinnamon sticks last longer.

What Pairs Well With Quantity Cinnamon?

  • Apples
  • Pears
  • Chocolate
  • Coffee
  • Lamb
  • Curries
  • Root vegetables
  • Dairy

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Quantity Cinnamon taste like?

Warm, Sweet, Woody Aromatic, Spicy, Earthy

What is a good substitute for Quantity Cinnamon?

The best substitute is Allspice (1:1). Offers a similar warm, spicy note, often described as tasting like a blend of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

How do you choose and store Quantity Cinnamon?

Store ground cinnamon in an airtight container away from light and heat. Cinnamon sticks last longer.

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