How Many Calories Does Cinnamon Have?

Cinnamon pairs perfectly with just about any type of recipe you’re making, from a baked dessert to a roasted round of beef. It’s also a quick way to add flair to coffee, yogurt or fresh apple slices. This spice sneaks in a punch of flavor to any food, but only has a trace amount of calories.

Calories and Where They Come From

One teaspoon of cinnamon has a mere 6 calories. If you just add a dash or two to your meal, you'll only be getting a fraction of that amount. The majority of calories in cinnamon come from carbohydrates -- about 93 percent. Six percent of calories come from protein, while less than 1 percent of calories in cinnamon are from fat.