Ground cinnamon

Cinnamon is one of the oldest spices known to mankind. It is extracted from the inner bark of small tropical trees of the genusCinnamomum, it was already used in ancient Egypt to embalm bodies, perfume oils and enhance certain dishes. Native to Sri Lanka and South Asia, cinnamon spread through Arab trade routes, reaching the Maghreb as early as the Middle Ages.

In Morocco, it has become an iconic spice of family and festive cuisine, present in sweet and savory tagines, pastries, infusions, and spice blends like ras el hanout. Handcrafted and ground with a millstone, our cinnamon releases a warm, sweet, and enveloping fragrance with an exceptional aromatic richness.

In stews

Cinnamon is one of the keys to Moroccan tagines, bringing a warm and sweet touch to meat, vegetables, and fruity sauces. It reveals its full complexity in dishes cooked for a long time.

In pastry making

Ideal for flavoring cakes, brioches, biscuits or gingerbread. It accentuates the sweetness and aromatic depth, without excess sugar.

In drinks

Perfect in hot milk, an infusion, or homemade chai. It warms, comforts, and gently stimulates the metabolism. A feel-good spice to infuse.

In plant-based cuisine

It enhances squash, sweet potatoes, grains, compotes, and lentils. Its aroma envelops vegetarian dishes with warmth and roundness.

Culinary inspirations

🇲🇦Morocco- Lamb tagine with dried fruits: cinnamon accentuates the sweet and candied notes.
🇮🇳India- Chickpea curry: it is incorporated into spice blends to soften the heat.
🇫🇷France- Cinnamon rice pudding: a touch of sweetness in a childhood dessert.
🇺🇸USA– Cinnamon rolls: the star of soft cinnamon buns.
🇸🇾Syria- Cinnamon coffee: a hot and invigorating infusion to start the day.