Cinnamon is an aromatic spice made from the peeled, dried and rolled bark of the Lauraceae tree. It is principally used in cookery as a condiment and flavouring material, mostly in the preparation of desserts, chocolate, spicy candies and liqueurs. In the Middle East, it is often used in savoury dishes of chicken and lamb, whilst in America, cinnamon and sugar are often used to flavour cereals and fruits, especially apples. It can also be used in pickling.