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Clear amber-brown tea is served in a glass cup, with curled strips of cinnamon peel visible in the liquid.
●Low GI

Cinnamon peel tea Calories

Antioxidant, digestive support, low-calorie herbal tea

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

2kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

3mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.1g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Cinnamon peel tea (250 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Cinnamon peel tea Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g

5

KCAL / 250G

Carbs

1g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.3g

· 1% DV

Fat

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0.3g

· 1% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 20% · Fat 14%

Cinnamon peel tea nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (250 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories5 kcal
Total fat0.1 g0%
Saturated fat0.03 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium2.5 mg0%
Total carbohydrate1 g0%
Fiber0.3 g1%
Protein0.3 g1%

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 Cup of Cinnamon peel tea?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)250 g5 kcal
1 teaspoon (chopped)2 g0 kcal
1 piece (whole)5 g0 kcal
1 tablespoon (chopped)6 g0 kcal
100 g100 g2 kcal
1 cup (small)150 g3 kcal
1 serving (medium)200 g4 kcal
1 serving (large)300 g6 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g7 kcal

Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cinnamon peel tea

How do you make Cinnamon peel tea?

Cinnamon peel tea is made by steeping cinnamon bark or a cinnamon stick in hot water. Simmer a stick for about 10–15 minutes for a stronger infusion, then strain; you can drink it warm or chill it.

Does Cinnamon peel tea contain caffeine?

No, Cinnamon peel tea is naturally caffeine-free because it is an infusion of cinnamon bark, not tea leaves. It can be a caffeine-free evening drink, although drinking a large cup just before bed may wake you to use the bathroom.

What are the benefits of Cinnamon peel tea?

Cinnamon peel tea provides a warm, aromatic drink, and cinnamon contains antioxidant compounds. It is not proven to cure digestive problems, infections, or other illnesses, so treat it as a beverage rather than a remedy.

Can Cinnamon peel tea help with weight loss?

No, Cinnamon peel tea does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, but there is no reliable evidence that cinnamon tea burns fat or produces lasting weight loss.

Can Cinnamon peel tea lower blood sugar?

Cinnamon peel tea has not been shown to lower blood sugar reliably and should not replace diabetes medication or care. If you have diabetes or take glucose-lowering medicine, ask your doctor or dietitian before making it a regular drink.

Is it safe to drink Cinnamon peel tea every day?

Occasional cups of Cinnamon peel tea are generally fine for most adults, but routinely drinking strong tea can add to coumarin exposure, particularly when made with cassia cinnamon. Ceylon cinnamon contains much less coumarin.

Is Ceylon or cassia cinnamon better for Cinnamon peel tea?

Either can be used for Cinnamon peel tea: Ceylon cinnamon tastes milder and sweeter, while cassia has a stronger, spicier flavor. Ceylon is the better choice for frequent drinking because it contains less coumarin.

Can you reuse a cinnamon stick for another cup of Cinnamon peel tea?

Yes, you can reuse a cinnamon stick for another cup of Cinnamon peel tea, but the second infusion will usually be weaker because some of its flavor has already steeped out. Discard the stick if it smells stale or has been left wet at room temperature.

How long does brewed Cinnamon peel tea keep in the fridge?

Brewed Cinnamon peel tea can be kept covered in the refrigerator for up to three days. Cool it promptly and store it in a clean, sealed container; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.

Can you drink Cinnamon peel tea while pregnant?

Regular or concentrated Cinnamon peel tea is best approached cautiously during pregnancy, since an infusion can provide more cinnamon than ordinary food seasoning. Ask your healthcare professional before drinking it regularly.

Cinnamon peel tea Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.03mg · 3% DV

B2

0.03mg · 2% DV

B6

0.03mg · 2% DV

Biotin

0.25µg · 1% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.25mg · 11% DV

Copper

0.03mg · 3% DV

Calcium

18mg · 2% DV

Iron

0.25mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

7.5mg · 0% DV

Sodium

2.5mg · 0% DV

Cinnamon peel tea Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

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

How to Burn Off Cinnamon peel tea

To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 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 Cinnamon peel tea?

Cinnamon peel tea is made by steeping pieces of dried cinnamon bark in hot water. The infusion takes on cinnamon’s sweet, woody aroma and can be brewed from bark chips or a cinnamon stick. Cinnamon has long been used as a spice across South and Southeast Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines, and the tea is enjoyed in many places where it is readily available.

Drink it hot on its own, or pair it with lemon, ginger or a little honey; in some households it is served after a meal or as a warming drink in cooler weather. The plain infusion is very low in calories. If you want to keep it light, skip sweeteners and let the bark steep longer for a fuller flavour.

How Nutritious Is Cinnamon peel tea?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 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

40/ 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 Cinnamon peel tea 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 Cinnamon peel tea 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 Cinnamon peel tea 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

Cinnamon peel tea Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.03g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.03g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.03g

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