Cassia cinnamon has a higher cinnamaldehyde content than Ceylon cinnamon – but most people prefer the taste of this Sri Lankan native. a b Fattahi, Reza; Ghanbarzadeh, Babak; Dehghannya, Jalal; Hosseini, Mohammadyar; Falcone, Pasquale M. (December 2020). "The effect of Macro and Nano‐emulsions of cinnamon essential oil on the properties of edible active films". Food Science & Nutrition. 8 (12): 6568–6579. doi: 10.1002/fsn3.1946. ISSN 2048-7177. PMC 7723223. PMID 33312541.

A third species of cinnamon, Cinnamomum loureiroi (syn. C. loureirii), is native to Southeast Asia. It is often called Saigon cinnamon, Vietnamese cinnamon, or Vietnamese cassia. In 2021, world production of cinnamon was 226,753 tonnes, led by China with 43% of the total. [4] Etymology [ edit ] There’s no shortage of baked goods these different cinnamon varieties can shimmy their way into, and for that reason, the application of cinnamon is one big flavor equation with endless opportunities.Cinnamon’s unique properties come from compounds like cinnamaldehyde (which provides its smell and flavour), as well as it’s essential oils. 5 Summary True cinnamon from C. verum bark can be mixed with cassia ( C. cassia) as counterfeit and falsely marketed as authentic cinnamon. In one analysis, authentic Ceylon cinnamon bark contained 12-143mg/kg of coumarin – a phenolic typically low in content in true cinnamon – but market samples contained coumarin with levels as high as 3462mg/kg, indicating probable contamination with cassia in the counterfeit cinnamon. [37] ConsumerLab.com found the same problem in a 2020 analysis; "a supplement that contained the highest amount of coumarin was labeled as Ceylon cinnamon". [38] Food uses [ edit ] Uncooked cinnamon rolls Iqbal, Mohammed (1993). "International trade in non-wood forest products: An overview". FO: Misc/93/11 – Working Paper. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations . Retrieved 12 November 2012. Yokomi, Naoka; Ito, Michiho (1 July 2009). "Influence of composition upon the variety of tastes in Cinnamomi cortex". Journal of Natural Medicines. 63 (3): 261–266. doi: 10.1007/s11418-009-0326-8. ISSN 1861-0293. PMID 19291358. S2CID 9792599. Cinnamon contains important plant chemicals, including cinnamaldehyde and quercetin, that act as potent antioxidants, which means they help protect cells from damage from free radicals, unstable molecules that, in excess, can lead to disease. 9

Jeong, Yeo-Jin; Kim, Hee-Eun; Han, Su-Jin; Choi, Jun-Seon (15 March 2021). "Antibacterial and antibiofilm activities of cinnamon essential oil nanoemulsion against multi-species oral biofilms". Scientific Reports. 11 (1): 5911. Bibcode: 2021NatSR..11.5911J. doi: 10.1038/s41598-021-85375-3. ISSN 2045-2322. PMC 7971021. PMID 33723345. Cinnamon can also curb the growth of yeast: in a 2013 Indian study, researchers reported that cinnamon in toothpaste helped to reduce symptoms of candida, a type of yeast that causes oral thrush. Known as ‘true’ cinnamon 8, Ceylon is milder and sweeter, as just 50-63% of it’s essential oil is cinnamaldehyde.

High daily intakes of cinnamon: Health risk cannot be ruled out" (PDF). Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR). 18 August 2006. Archived (PDF) from the original on 7 March 2022 . Retrieved 20 May 2022. Cinnamon and cinnamon supplements generally safe for most, with the exception of pregnant women, children and those taking certain medications Pliny the Elder (1855). Natural History. Vol.3. London, UK: Taylor & Francis. p.140 – via Internet Archive. The right of regulating the sale of the cinnamon belongs solely to the king of the Gebanitæ, who opens the market for it by public proclamation. The price of it was formerly as much as a thousand denarii per pound; which was afterwards increased to half as much again, in consequence, it is said, of the forests having been set on fire by the barbarians, from motives of resentment[...]

Cassia is an ingredient in Chinese five-spice, a blend utilized for savory stews, rice, and meats in Asian cooking that can also be employed in a number of cuisines and cooking methods. When compared to Ceylon, cassia is noticeably deeper in color, with ambrosial, woodsy spice. Its exuberance, though wonderful, “should be used in small amounts to avoid giving dishes a bitter flavor,” writes Fuchsia Dunlop in The Food of Sichuan. Cinnamon Water Vs Jeera Water: Which One Wins In Every Category? The Good And Bad Of Cinnamon Versus Sweet Cinnamon Willard, Haley (16 December 2013). "11 Cinnamon-Flavored Liquors for the Holidays". The Daily Meal. Archived from the original on 19 January 2018 . Retrieved 17 April 2017. Cinnamon Buns are made with a rich, sweet, yeast dough. This means we have milk, butter, sugar and eggs in the dough – all the good stuff! In terms of milk, a full-fat milk is superior…but not essential. I have also had good success using soya milk in cinnamon buns, and think coconut milk would be great too. This spice has been a popular cooking ingredient throughout history, with its use thought to date from Ancient Egypt. Christopher Columbus was among many explorers sent to search for the spice. 3

Which type of cinnamon is best?

Another stellar recipe is pastry chef Zoë Kanan’s Thinking About Vietnam Banana Bread. Here, Kanan pours her batter into a prepared loaf pan, sprinkles Vietnamese cinnamon on top, and gently swirls it through with a knife. “This simple step,” she tells me, “yields a loaf with bites of gentle banana comfort and bites of more intensity that showcase the beauty of the spice.” Korintje/Indonesian cinnamon As a result of the scientific evidence available, many health experts claim that cinnamon contains properties that are beneficial for blood sugar regulation and treatment of type 2 diabetes. a b Burlando, B.; Verotta, L.; Cornara, L.; Bottini-Massa, E. (2010). Herbal principles in cosmetics: properties and mechanisms of action. Boca Raton: CRC Press. p.121. ISBN 978-1-4398-1214-3. There was a time when you could buy various types of yeast but nowadays, Easy Bake Yeast is the most accessible. It also works brilliantly in many recipes but especially in Cinnamon Buns, as no extra measuring or preparation is required to activate it.

I have a tendency to overload my omelettes with extras and often turn them into “unexpected scrambled eggs” when I’m cooking it in a rush – does this happen to you? If yes, you are going to love the simplicity of this sweet cinnamon omelette, because it’s pretty much guaranteed to actually stay intact. Eggs, a touch a milk, maple syrup and a pinch of cinnamon. That’s it! Gray, E. W.; Miller, J. I. (1970). "The Spice Trade of the Roman Empire 29 B.C. – A.D. 641". The Journal of Roman Studies. 60: 222–224. doi: 10.2307/299440. JSTOR 299440. It’s the obvious choice when you’re making Cinnamon-Streusel Coffeecake or Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal, where cinnamon is the headlining act. Of course, it’s faultless in Perfectly Pillowy Cinnamon Rolls (milder Ceylon or korintje can work here too — simply add the larger amount called for in the recipe).In fact, in a 2004 study of seven dessert spices, cinnamon ranked number one in terms of antioxidant activity. 10 If you don’t really like the taste of cinnamon and shy away from foods and drinks containing it, you can still enjoy the benefits by taking it as a supplement It’s less common and highly prized, which often makes it more expensive than its Ceylon sibling. Which type of cinnamon is best? Due to its anti-fungal, antibacterial and antioxidant properties, it may help to kill bacteria on the skin. It can also help improve blood flow to the skin’s surface, which can help keep the skin moisturised. a b Allen, Robert W.; Schwartzman, Emmanuelle; Baker, William L.; Coleman, Craig I.; Phung, Olivia J. (2013). "Cinnamon use in type 2 diabetes: an updated systematic review and meta-analysis". The Annals of Family Medicine. 11 (5): 452–459. doi: 10.1370/afm.1517. PMC 3767714. PMID 24019277.