Bagels, cinnamon-raisin, toasted
Whole food · Baked Products
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A cinnamon-raisin bagel, toasted, is a dense, chewy bread product swirled with warm cinnamon and studded with sweet, plump raisins. Toasting crisps the crust while keeping the interior soft, amplifying the sweet-spiced aroma. Nutritionally, it is a high-carbohydrate energy source, providing nearly 60g of carbs and over 10g of protein per 100g, but is relatively low in fat and fiber.
💚 Why it's loved
People love the comforting, nostalgic combination of sweet raisins and warm cinnamon spice, which transforms a simple bagel into a treat. Its versatility allows it to be enjoyed plain, with butter, or as the base for sweet and savory sandwiches.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high carbohydrate content (59.3g per 100g) and added sugar can cause blood-sugar spikes, especially without protein or fat to slow absorption. Those with gluten sensitivity or a common allergy to wheat should avoid it. To counteract, pair it with protein and healthy fat (like cream cheese, nut butter, or eggs) and practice portion control by sticking to a single bagel.
Key benefits
- Quick energy source from complex carbohydrates
- Provides a decent amount of plant-based protein
- Contains small amounts of dietary fiber and iron
- Convenient and portable breakfast or snack
- The cinnamon may offer mild antioxidant benefits
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The classic cinnamon-raisin bagel was popularized in the United States by the Bagel Nosh in New York City in the 1960s, becoming a staple of the American bagel shop.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 26.9 g |
| Energy | 294 kcal |
| Energy | 1230 kj |
| Protein | 10.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.8 g |
| Ash | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 59.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 20.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 4.1 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 23.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 83.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 163 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 370 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.81 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.16 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.33 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 33.3 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.60 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.33 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.27 mg |
| Niacin | 3.0 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.06 mg |
| Folate, total | 102 ug |
| Folic acid | 86.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 16.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 162 ug |
| Choline, total | 16.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 23.0 ug |
| Retinol | 23.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 71.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 56.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.34 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.80 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.29 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.27 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.19 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.17 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.72 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.68 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.12 g |
| Threonine | 0.31 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.40 g |
| Leucine | 0.72 g |
| Lysine | 0.26 g |
| Methionine | 0.19 g |
| Cystine | 0.23 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.51 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.29 g |
| Valine | 0.46 g |
| Arginine | 0.41 g |
| Histidine | 0.23 g |
| Alanine | 0.36 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.52 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.5 g |
| Glycine | 0.37 g |
| Proline | 1.2 g |
| Serine | 0.52 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is a cinnamon-raisin bagel healthy?
It can be part of a balanced diet but is high in carbohydrates and sugar. Pairing it with protein and fat helps balance blood sugar and increases satiety.
How many calories are in a typical cinnamon-raisin bagel?
A medium bagel (about 118g) contains roughly 347 calories, based on the 294 kcal per 100g figure.
Can I eat this if I have diabetes?
Due to its high carb and sugar content, it may cause blood-sugar spikes. Consult a healthcare provider and consider pairing with protein or fat and monitoring portions.