Can you use a coffee grinder to grind cinnamon?

Yes, you can use a coffee grinder to grind cinnamon. Coffee grinders are designed to grind coffee beans, but they can also be used to grind other spices, such as cinnamon. To grind cinnamon, simply add the cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon to the coffee grinder and pulse it until the desired consistency is reached. Because coffee grinders tend to be fairly small and not particularly powerful, it may take a few repetitions to get all the cinnamon ground up, and you may want to grind smaller batches at once.

Here are a few tips for grinding cinnamon in a coffee grinder:

* Use a clean coffee grinder. If there are any leftover coffee beans in the grinder, they will mix with the cinnamon and alter the flavor.

* Start with a small amount of cinnamon. This will help you to avoid overloading the grinder and stalling the motor.

* Grind the cinnamon in short pulses. This will help to prevent the grinder from overheating and damaging the cinnamon.

* Once the cinnamon is ground, store it in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. This will help to preserve the flavor and aroma of the cinnamon.

By following these tips, you can easily use a coffee grinder to grind cinnamon for your next recipe.