Cinnamon
Low GI
GL 0.1 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 1.4 per 100 g
- Used in small amounts: a teaspoon (2.6 g) has about 6 kcal
- Cassia, the most common shop cinnamon, is high in coumarin; Ceylon cinnamon has much less
Cinnamon has a glycemic index of 5 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.1.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #171320 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 4 per 100 g Ceylon cinnamon is milder and sweeter and has far less coumarin than the common cassia type; use it the same way.
Ceylon cinnamon - GL 2.5 per 100 g Nutmeg gives a warm, sweet spice note to porridge, baking and milk drinks; use a smaller pinch, it is stronger.
Whole Nutmeg - GL 13.7 per 100 g Cardamom adds a warm, aromatic sweetness to baking, coffee and rice puddings, as cinnamon does.
Cardamom - GL 7.6 per 100 g Ground allspice tastes like cinnamon, clove and nutmeg together and suits the same sweet and savoury dishes.
Allspice
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1/2 tsp | 1 g | 0 |
| 1 tsp | 3 g | 0 |
| 1 tbsp | 8 g | 0.1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 247 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 80.6 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.2 g |
| Natural | 2.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 53.1 g |
| Soluble | 15.9 g |
| Insoluble | 37.2 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 1.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.9 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Used in small amounts: a teaspoon (2.6 g) has about 6 kcal
- Negligible glycemic load in the amounts used: about 0.1 per teaspoon
- More than half its weight is fibre: 53 g per 100 g
- Cassia, the most common shop cinnamon, is high in coumarin; Ceylon cinnamon has much less
- Adds flavour rather than nutrients: the amounts eaten are too small to matter for protein, vitamins or minerals
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Cinnamon
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Low-Glycemic Almond Flour Mug Bread 3 min · 9 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Berry & Apple Cobbler 45 min · 14 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Muffins (Best with Almond Flour Swap) 37 min · 12 ingredients · easy -
Sesame-Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Aromatic Asian Herbs 25 min · 9 ingredients · medium -
Cinnamon-Spiced Baked Apples with Cherry-Almond Filling (Low-Glycemic with Sugar-Free Sweetener) 70 min · 11 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Baked Oats 28 min · 5 ingredients · easy -
Blood Sugar-Friendly Banana Oat Pancakes 25 min · 14 ingredients · medium -
Whole Grain Pear Bread Pudding with Warm Spices 75 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Whole Grain Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Glaze (Lower Glycemic) 230 min · 15 ingredients · advanced -
Blood Sugar-Friendly Cranberry Orange Muffins 37 min · 15 ingredients · easy -
Blood Sugar-Friendly Dark Chocolate Celebration Cake 42 min · 17 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Grain-Free Hot Cereal 5 min · 12 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cinnamon?
Cinnamon has a glycemic index of 5 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 0.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.4.
Is Cinnamon good for people with insulin resistance?
Cinnamon has a low glycemic index (5), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Cinnamon affect blood sugar?
Cinnamon has a glycemic load of 1.4 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
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