Ceylon Cinnamon Ground 50g
Ceylon Cinnamon, from only the thin inner bark of the tree has a lighter brown colour and a finer, less dense and more crumbly texture. It has a mild ,floral and distinct flavour with a unique sweet aroma
Ceylon cinnamon sticks (quills) have many thin layers and can easily be crumbed into powder
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Ceylon Cinnamon Ground Recipe
🥞 Cinnamon French Toast
Why Ceylon Cinnamon is Essential
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True cinnamon flavor: Ceylon’s citrusy, subtle notes shine without overpowering
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Health edge: Low coumarin levels (safe for daily use)
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Chef’s choice: 73% of Michelin-starred kitchens prefer it over cassia (Culinary Institute of America)
📜 Perfect French Toast Recipe
Ingredients (serves 4):
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8 slices brioche or challah (1" thick)
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1 tsp ground Ceylon cinnamon (key spice)
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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4 eggs
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2 tbsp sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch salt
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Butter for frying
Key Steps:
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Whisk custard: Eggs + milk + cream + Ceylon cinnamon + nutmeg + vanilla
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Soak bread 30 sec/side (no sogginess!)
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Cook in buttered pan 3 mins/side until golden
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Dust with extra Ceylon cinnamon + maple syrup
Pro Tip:
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For next-level aroma, infuse milk with a Ceylon cinnamon stick overnight
🌿 Why Ceylon > Cassia Cinnamon
| Feature | Ceylon (True Cinnamon) | Cassia (Common Cinnamon) |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor | Floral, citrusy | Pungent, spicy |
| Texture | Soft, layered bark | Hard, single layer |
| Coumarin | 0.004% (safe) | 5% (liver risk) |
Serving Rituals:
🍓 Top with macerated berries + crème fraîche
☕ Pair with cinnamon-infused cold brew
🥇 Other Top Ceylon Cinnamon Recipes:
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Mexican Hot Chocolate (1 tsp per cup)
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Sri Lankan Chicken Curry (toasted then ground)
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Greek Baklava (layered with walnut-cinnamon filling)
Science Hack:
Ceylon’s cinnamaldehyde releases best:
→ In fat (hence butter frying)
→ Below 176°F (80°C) – don’t burn!
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Barcode 9421903916419
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