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A small mound of finely ground, warm reddish-brown cinnamon powder with a soft, even texture and a few loose grains scattered around it.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
🌿High Fiber

Ceylon cinnamon powder Calories

Ceylon cinnamon powder

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

247kcal

GI

5low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

431mg

FIBER · 100 G

53g

Quick answer

1 teaspoon (medium) of Ceylon cinnamon powder (3 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 247 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Ceylon cinnamon powder Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 2.6 g

6

KCAL / 2.6G

Carbs

2.1g

· 1% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1.4g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 5% · Fat 0%

Ceylon cinnamon powder nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (medium) (2.6 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories6 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0.01 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium0.26 mg0%
Total carbohydrate2.1 g1%
Fiber1.4 g5%
Protein0.1 g0%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Teaspoon of Ceylon cinnamon powder?

ServingAmountCalories
1 teaspoon (medium)2.6 g6 kcal
1 g1 g2 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)1.5 g4 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)5 g12 kcal
1 tablespoon (medium)7.8 g19 kcal
1 pack (medium)50 g124 kcal
100 g100 g247 kcal
1 cup (medium)125 g309 kcal

Calculated from 247 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ceylon cinnamon powder

What is the difference between Ceylon cinnamon powder and cassia cinnamon?

Ceylon cinnamon powder comes from Cinnamomum verum, while cassia comes from related species. Ceylon cinnamon has a milder, more delicate flavour and typically much less coumarin, a naturally occurring compound that can be harmful in excessive amounts.

How can you tell if Ceylon cinnamon powder is genuine?

You generally cannot confirm that Ceylon cinnamon powder is genuine by looking at its colour or smelling it once it is ground. Choose a product explicitly labelled “Ceylon” or “Cinnamomum verum” and check that its origin is clearly identified.

What can you use Ceylon cinnamon powder for?

Ceylon cinnamon powder works well in porridge, baked goods, coffee, tea, smoothies and spice blends. Its gentle flavour is also suitable for some savoury dishes; add a little first, since heating can mellow its aroma.

Can you make cinnamon tea with Ceylon cinnamon powder?

Yes, you can stir Ceylon cinnamon powder into hot water to make a simple cinnamon drink. The powder does not dissolve completely, so stir before drinking or let it settle; a cinnamon stick makes a clearer infusion.

Can Ceylon cinnamon powder help lower blood sugar?

Ceylon cinnamon powder is not a substitute for diabetes medication, and evidence does not establish it as a reliable way to control blood sugar. If you have diabetes, keep following your treatment plan rather than changing medication because you use cinnamon.

Does Ceylon cinnamon powder help with weight loss?

No, Ceylon cinnamon powder does not cause weight loss on its own. It can add flavour to food without adding sugar, but cinnamon water and cinnamon supplements have not been shown to melt fat or replace established weight-management habits.

Can you substitute Ceylon cinnamon powder for regular cinnamon in baking?

Yes, Ceylon cinnamon powder can usually replace regular ground cinnamon in baking. Its flavour is softer and less pungent than cassia, so the finished cake, cookie or pie may taste more delicate.

How much Ceylon cinnamon powder is safe to eat daily?

Small amounts of Ceylon cinnamon powder used to season food are generally suitable for everyday use. There is no need to take spoonfuls or use it as a supplement; ask a healthcare professional about frequent high-dose use if you take medication.

How should you store Ceylon cinnamon powder?

Keep Ceylon cinnamon powder in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, dark cupboard. Heat, sunlight and moisture can dull its flavour, so store it away from the stove and use a dry spoon.

Is Ceylon cinnamon powder safe during pregnancy?

Ceylon cinnamon powder used in ordinary food amounts is generally different from concentrated supplements or large medicinal doses. Avoid taking high-dose cinnamon products during pregnancy unless your healthcare professional has advised you to do so.

Ceylon cinnamon powder Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

0.81µg · 1% DV

Vitamin E

0.06mg · 0% DV

B6

0mg · 0% DV

B3

0.03mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.46mg · 20% DV

Calcium

26mg · 3% DV

Iron

0.22mg · 1% DV

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

11mg · 0% DV

Sodium

0.26mg · 0% DV

Ceylon cinnamon powder Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

5
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Ceylon cinnamon powder

To burn the 6 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (2.6 g):

🚶

1min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

1min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

1min

Cycling

🏊

1min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Ceylon cinnamon powder?

Ceylon cinnamon powder is made by finely grinding the inner bark of Ceylon cinnamon, a spice associated with Sri Lanka. Its aroma is warm and gently floral, with a milder profile than the more pungent cassia cinnamon often sold as ordinary cinnamon.

It is used in baking, desserts and drinks, and can be stirred into porridge, sprinkled over fruit or added to coffee. In Turkey, cinnamon is also familiar on sütlaç and salep; elsewhere, it often appears in cinnamon rolls, spiced pastries and seasonal drinks. The powder is high in fibre by weight, but servings are usually small, so it is not much of a fibre source in practice. Try it with apples, yoghurt or warm milk, adding a little at a time so its aroma stays balanced.

How Nutritious Is Ceylon cinnamon powder?

Nutrient density

Very high

80/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

51/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Ceylon cinnamon powder Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Ceylon cinnamon powder Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Ceylon cinnamon powder Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Ceylon cinnamon powder Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.01g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.01g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.