How to Use Cassia Cinnamon Sticks
Cassia Cinnamon Sticks are a bold and warming spice essential for both sweet and savory dishes.
Unlike ground cinnamon, whole sticks infuse flavor slowly, making them perfect for simmering, steeping, and slow-cooking.
Pairs beautifully with: cloves, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, black pepper, cardamom, cumin, coriander, star anise, vanilla
Usage Tips
- Steep in liquids: Add 1–2 sticks to teas, ciders, mulled wine, or hot chocolate for a rich, spiced aroma.
- Simmer in savory dishes: Drop into soups, stews, curries, chili, or braised meats for subtle depth and warmth.
- Infuse in baking: Place a stick in milk or cream while heating for desserts like rice pudding, custards, or chai-spiced bakes.
- Grind fresh: Break and grind sticks for an ultra-fragrant cinnamon powder when you want a burst of intensity in baked goods.
Fine Spice Tip:
After simmering, rinse and dry the stick to reuse it once more—then tuck it into sugar or tea jars for extra aroma.