Ground cassia cinnamon, also known as Chinese cinnamon, delivers a bold, sweet and spicy warmth with notes of brown sugar and caramel. Milled from the inner bark of the Cinnamomum cassia tree, this baking spice brings a deeper, more assertive flavor than the milder true cinnamon, so a small amount goes a long way in your favorite recipes.
This is cassia, the everyday cinnamon most Americans grew up with, not the lighter Ceylon type sometimes labeled true cinnamon. Cassia has a darker color, a rougher bark, and a stronger, spicier taste that stands up well in bold dishes. If you know the classic warm flavor from cereals and cinnamon toast, this is the profile you are after.
A kitchen staple for baking, this warm spice folds easily into cinnamon rolls, muffins, spice cake, banana bread, and gingerbread. Stir it into oatmeal, overnight oats, yogurt, and coffee, or dust it over toast and pancakes. The fine grind blends smoothly into batters and wet mixes without clumping.
Beyond desserts, ground Chinese cinnamon adds depth to savory cooking. Use it in curries, stews, braises, tagines, rice dishes, and marinades for grilled meats, or add a pinch to tomato sauces and warm spiced drinks. Its bold, piquant heat brings complexity to both everyday meals and festive recipes.
Packed as a fine loose powder for easy measuring and even mixing. Keep the resealable pack in a cool, dry cupboard away from heat and light to protect the aroma. Offered in two sizes, so you can pick a smaller amount for the spice rack or a larger supply for frequent bakers and batch cooking.
