Korintje Cinnamon, Ground | Indonesian Cinnamon | Spicy and Sweet Flavor 4 oz.

Korintje is one of the more common cinnamon sold in the U.S. The Korintje has a darker complexion than Ceylon cinnamon, and the cinnamonâ€s aroma tends to be bolder and spicier. This is an ideal cinnamon for everyday use â€" a unique, yet traditional flavor.

Cooking with Korintje Cinnamon

Translated as “thick quill†â€" due to the bulkier bark of the tree its produced from â€" Korintje is one of the more common types of cinnamon found in the U.S. Korintje has a smoother, slightly sweeter taste compared to Ceylon cinnamon, and that makes it an ideal spice for baking or in savory dishes. Although cinnamon is well-know for its use in baking, it has numerous culinary uses A few common uses for ground Korintje cinnamon include:

Baking â€" In baking, cinnamon can be mixed with other warm-noted spices like clove or nutmeg to add a sweet, yet spicy kick to cakes, cookies, pies and puddings.

Savory Dishes â€" Yet, cinnamon is also versatile for giving savory dishes hints of sweet bitterness. Use cinnamon in chutneys, curries, soups and sauces, as well as on applesauce, meat or fish.

Drinks â€" Korintje cinnamon, thanks to its sweeter, smoother profile, works well in beverages. Use it to garnish a cup of cocoa, or to add flavor to cider or tea.