Sugarcinnamon

Sugarcinnamon is a sweet flavoring blend of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, commonly used as a topping or ingredient in breads, pastries, cereals, and breakfast dishes. The combination provides a warm, aromatic sweetness from cinnamon paired with the sweetness of sugar. Cinnamon used in sugarcinnamon can come from Cinnamomum verum (true cinnamon) or Cinnamomum cassia (cassia); cassia is more common in commercial products and may contain higher levels of coumarin, a compound of regulatory concern in some regions.

Proportions vary, but many formulations use roughly equal parts cinnamon and sugar by weight, with adjustments to taste. The mixture is often applied as a topping on toast, pancakes, oatmeal, yogurt, and fruit, and is also used in baked goods such as cinnamon rolls, cookies, and pastries. It serves as a finishing dust for churros and doughnuts in some cuisines.

Preparation and storage: Sugarcinnamon is typically prepared by whisking ground cinnamon with granulated sugar until evenly mixed, then stored in an airtight container away from light and moisture to preserve aroma.

Health and nutrition: As a sugar-containing topping, it adds calories from sugar while providing some of the flavor compounds found in cinnamon. In cassia cinnamon, coumarin content may limit intake for some individuals; people with diabetes or those monitoring sugar intake should consider portion size.

History and usage: The blend is widely used in Western baking and breakfast foods and has spread to various regional cuisines that favor cinnamon as a spice.