Canela Beans Canela Beans, or Canela Beans, are medium-sized, elongated and rounded, and very characteristic for their cinnamon color. They are considered Gourmet legumes for their taste and texture qualities. They are among the most used in all kinds of dishes for their uniformity in size, quick cooking time, imperceptibility of the skin, and delicate flavor. Once cooked, canela beans form a very creamy and delicate broth, with intact grains, smooth and not too tough skin.