Cassia Cinnamon Roll/Stick Powder

Cassia Cinnamon Roll Powder usually, it refers to ground cassia cinnamon (the powdered spice) that’s specifically marketed or blended for making cinnamon rolls and other baked goods.

Key Points:

• Made from cassia bark (the hard, dark cinnamon sticks).
• Ground into a fine powder, easy to mix with sugar and butter for fillings.
• Often labeled as cinnamon powder in supermarkets, but unless it specifies Ceylon cinnamon, it’s almost always cassia.
• Sometimes, special “cinnamon roll powders” are sold — these can be:
• Pure cassia cinnamon (strong, spicy, and warm flavor).
• Or a blend of cassia + sugar + other spices (like nutmeg or allspice) for ready-to-use roll fillings.

Why Cassia Is Common in Cinnamon Rolls

• Strong flavor: Cassia has a bold, spicy sweetness that holds up well during baking.
• Affordable: Much cheaper than Ceylon cinnamon, so it’s used in commercial bakeries.
• Caramel-like notes: When baked with butter and sugar, cassia gives that classic “cinnamon roll smell” most people recognize.

Health Note

• Coumarin content: Cassia contains higher levels of coumarin, a natural compound that, in large amounts,s can stress the liver.
• Occasional use is fine (like in cinnamon rolls and desserts).
• If you use cinnamon powder daily (e.g., in coffee or oatmeal), consider mixing in Ceylon cinnamon, which is gentler and safer long-term.

How to Use Cassia Cinnamon Roll Powder

• Classic filling: Mix with brown sugar + soft butter → spread on dough before rolling.
• Sprinkle topping: Dust over icing or whipped cream.
• Baking blends: Combine with nutmeg, cardamom, or allspice for a richer filling.