Mexican Cinnamon Sticks (Canela) | Soft, Flaky Cinnamon for Latin Cuisine
The heart of Mexican cooking. Canela—Mexican cinnamon—is softer, flakier, and sweeter than regular cinnamon. Essential for authentic horchata, champurrado, and Mexican chocolate, these delicate sticks are what abuelitas have used for generations.
The authentic choice for horchata, champurrado & Mexican hot chocolate
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Flavor Profile
Canela (Ceylon-Type)
Sweet, mild, and delicate
Soft texture, easy to crumble
Less spicy than cassia
Light citrus undertones
Perfect for beverages
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Why Canela?
Traditional Mexican cinnamon
Softer and sweeter than cassia
Essential for authentic recipes
Grinds easily by hand
Lower coumarin content
How to Use Mexican Canela
Horchata: Blend with rice, water, and vanilla for the classic Mexican rice drink
Champurrado: Whisk into this thick, cinnamon-chocolate atole for cold mornings
Mexican hot chocolate: Add to chocolate caliente with a molinillo for authentic flavor
Café de olla: Brew in clay pot coffee with piloncillo for traditional Mexican coffee
Arroz con leche: Infuse rice pudding with sweet cinnamon warmth
Flan: Add to caramel custard for subtle, elegant flavor
OriginMexico
TypeCanela (Ceylon-Type)
FormSoft Sticks
TextureSoft, Flaky, Crumbly
Best ForMexican Cuisine, Beverages
Classic Mexican Pairings
Beverages: Horchata, champurrado, atole, café de olla
Desserts: Flan, arroz con leche, churros, buñuelos
Partners: Piloncillo, vanilla, chocolate, star anise
Savory: Mole, adobo, birria (in small amounts)
Authenticity tip: Mexican recipes specifically call for canela because it has a milder, sweeter flavor than cassia. Substituting regular cinnamon will give a harsher, less authentic result. For true Mexican flavor, use canela.
Canela vs. Regular Cinnamon
Mexican canela is closely related to Ceylon cinnamon—soft, mild, and sweet. Regular cinnamon (cassia) is harder, spicier, and more aggressive. Canela's delicate nature makes it perfect for beverages and desserts where cinnamon should complement, not overpower.
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