Used in multiple popular recipes
Ingredient Information
Name
Cereal cinnamon toast crunch
Category
Cereales y Granos
Popularity
3 recipes
Status
Inactive
Description
Cinnamon Toast Crunch is a very popular breakfast cereal characterized by its small crunchy squares of wheat and rice, coated with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar that gives it an unmistakable sweet and spicy flavor. This cereal is manufactured by the renowned brand General Mills and was introduced to the market in the 1980s in the United States; since then, it has gained great popularity in numerous countries.
The main ingredient of Cinnamon Toast Crunch is a blend of whole grains, primarily wheat and rice, which provide energy and dietary fiber. The cinnamon used not only provides aroma and flavor but also possesses antioxidant properties and may help regulate blood sugar levels. However, due to its sugar content, it is recommended to consume it in moderation.
In various Hispanic American countries, although this cereal is primarily known by its commercial name "Cinnamon Toast Crunch," generic references such as cinnamon cereal or crunchy cinnamon cereal are commonly used. There are no exact synonyms because it is a registered trademark, but these descriptions help identify it in recipes and stores.
In cooking, Cinnamon Toast Crunch is traditionally used for breakfast, accompanied by milk, but it can also be incorporated into desserts, homemade energy bars, or as a crunchy topping for yogurts and ice creams, adding a unique sweet and spicy touch.