Dulces y Endulzantes

Cinnamon ice cream

Cinnamon ice cream
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Ingredient Information

Name

Cinnamon ice cream

Category

Dulces y Endulzantes

Popularity

2 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Cinnamon ice cream is a delicious frozen dessert that combines the traditional creaminess of ice cream with the distinctive and warm aroma of cinnamon, a highly valued spice in Latin American cuisine. This ice cream offers a balanced flavor between sweet and spicy, ideal for accompanying both fruits and baked desserts or for enjoying alone as a refreshing treat.

Origin: Cinnamon is a spice native to Sri Lanka and regions of Southeast Asia, but its use has spread throughout the world, including Latin America, where it is integrated into various culinary preparations. Cinnamon ice cream, in particular, is very popular in countries such as Mexico, Argentina, and Colombia, where cinnamon is a traditional ingredient in sweets and beverages.

Properties: Cinnamon ice cream, besides being a source of energy due to its carbohydrates and fats, provides the characteristic benefits of cinnamon, which include antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Cinnamon can also help regulate blood sugar levels and improve digestion, although in the context of ice cream, its contribution is moderate due to the rest of the ingredients.

Synonyms in Spanish from Latin America: Although "helado de canela" is the most common term, in some regions you might also hear nieve de canela (especially in Mexico and parts of Central America), or simply postre helado de canela.

Nutritional Properties

0.5g
fiber
70mg
sodium
130mg
calcium
0.1mg
iron
20g
sugars
207
calories
3.5g
protein
40mg
cholesterol
200IU
vitamin a
0.2mg
vitamin c
11g
total fat
7g
saturated fat
24g
carbohydrates

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