Ground Cinnamon Topping: Breadcrumbs

Cinnamon is a spice made from the inner bark of trees from the genus Cinnamomum. The bark is dried into strips and cut into pieces or ground into powder. It has a warm, sweet flavor and aroma.

Cinnamon is often used as a spice and flavoring in baked goods, desserts, and beverages. It can also be used as a topping or in spice blends. Manufacturers add it for its distinct flavor and aroma.

Cinnamon is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. Some research suggests cinnamon may have benefits for blood sugar control, but evidence is mixed and more studies are needed. The WHO has not set a specific limit for cinnamon intake. High doses of coumarin, a compound found in cinnamon, can be harmful, but typical food use is unlikely to cause issues.