Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake
When you crave the warmth of a freshly baked cinnamon roll but lack the time for kneading and rising, this cinnamon roll mug cake swoops in as a delicious, cozy alternative. Ready in under five minutes, it captures all the flavor and fluff of your favorite pastry without the fuss. Moreover, it satisfies that sweet tooth instantly, proving that comfort can sometimes come straight from a mug.
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Servings: 1 person
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour 60 g / 2.1 oz: Provides structure and softness.
- Brown sugar 25 g / 0.9 oz: Adds sweetness and rich molasses notes.
- Cinnamon 3 g / 0.1 oz: The star spice creating that iconic aroma.
- Baking powder 2 g / 0.07 oz: Helps the mug cake rise beautifully.
- Salt 1 g / 0.03 oz: Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
- Milk 45 g / 1.6 oz: Keeps the texture tender and moist.
- Unsalted butter 30 g / 1.1 oz: Adds richness and depth.
- Vanilla extract 2 g / 0.07 oz: Brings warmth and complements cinnamon.
- Powdered sugar 25 g / 0.9 oz: Optional glaze for classic cinnamon roll sweetness.
- Cream cheese 15 g / 0.5 oz: Optional addition for a creamy tang.
- cinnamon roll mug cake ingredients on marble surface
- All you need for a quick cinnamon roll mug cake.
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe mug, melt the butter and swirl in the brown sugar and cinnamon until smooth.
- Add flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and vanilla directly into the mug; stir until combined and no dry spots remain.
- Microwave on high for about 60–75 seconds until the cake rises and appears set on top.
- Allow it to cool slightly before drizzling with powdered sugar glaze or a bit of cream cheese frosting if desired.
Notes
If you’re dairy-free, swap butter for coconut oil and milk for almond milk; the flavor remains indulgent.
For an extra gooey center, undercook by about 5 seconds; it will finish setting as it rests.
Store leftover glaze in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days—it’s excellent over pancakes or waffles too.
The cinnamon roll mug cake can also be dressed up with nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.
To batch-prep, pre-measure dry ingredients into small jars for grab-and-go mug cake kits.
Served cinnamon roll mug cake with glaze in a cozy setting
Enjoying a cinnamon roll mug cake on a quiet morning.
For an extra gooey center, undercook by about 5 seconds; it will finish setting as it rests.
Store leftover glaze in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days—it’s excellent over pancakes or waffles too.
The cinnamon roll mug cake can also be dressed up with nuts or chocolate chips for added texture.
To batch-prep, pre-measure dry ingredients into small jars for grab-and-go mug cake kits.
Served cinnamon roll mug cake with glaze in a cozy setting
Enjoying a cinnamon roll mug cake on a quiet morning.