Cinnamon Powder

Cinnamon Powder is a ground form of Cinnamon spice obtains from the inner bark of the tree from the family of Cinnamomum. The Major producers of Cinnamon are Indonesia, China, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, India, Brazil, Madagascar and the Caribbean.

Description:

The Cinnamon Powder is derived from cinnamon. The Powder can be prepared by roasting whole cinnamon and after that grind it in fine powder. The Cinnamon powder is used for marinades, stews, soups or cake and pies.The flavor of cinnamon powder is due to it is an aromatic essential oil. The Cassia Cinnamon powder has stronger flavor while Ceylon cinnamon powder has mellow and sweet flavor.

Storage:

Cinnamon Powder can be stored in an airtight container away from moisture, heat, and sunlight. Then, they will remain their flavor for about one year.

Uses:

The Cinnamon Powder is largely used for adding sweet flavor in dishes throughout the world. They are used generally in baked items such as puddings, confectionary, cakes, sweet pastries, and bread as well as chocolate dishes, rice, and milk pudding. They are also used in various type of meat, sauces, beverages, pickles, ketchup, and curries. In western cuisine, cinnamon powder is used as a flavoring agent in poaching syrup for fruit, fruit punch, and mulled wines.

Health Benefits:

There are many Health’s Benefits mentioned below,

• Anti-Oxidants Properties
• Anti-Inflammatory Properties
• Prevent heart problems
• Fight Diabetes
• Improve Brain Function
• Prevent Cancer
• Boost Immune System
• Cure for Oral Disease
• Fight Infection
• Cure Candida
• Fight Allergies
• Protect Liver

Nutritional Value of Cinnamon Powder:

Nutritional Value of Cinnamon powder contains per 100gms is mentioned below:

Energy                               247 kcal

Carbohydrates                 80.6 g

Fiber         53.1 g

Fat                                      1.2 g

Protein                               4 g

Vitamins

Vitamin A                          295 IU

Vitamin C                          3.8 mg

Vitamin E                          2.3 mg

Vitamin K                          31.2 mcg

Thiamin                             0.0 mg

Riboflavin                          0.0 mg

Niacin                                 1.3 mg

Vitamin B6                        0.2 mg

Folate                                  6 mcg

Choline                               11 mg

Betaine                                3.9 mg

Minerals

Calcium                               1002 mg

Iron                                      8.3 mg

Magnesium                        60 mg

Manganese                         17.5 mg

Phosphorus                         64 mg

Potassium                           431 mg

Sodium                                10 mg

Zinc                                      1.8 mg

Copper                                 0.3 mg

Selenium                             3.1 mcg

Properties:

Form: Powder

Color: Reddish Brown

Taste:  Sweet and Mellow