Description
This Microwave Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake is a quick and delightful treat that captures the warm, spicy flavors of a classic cinnamon roll in an easy-to-make microwave mug cake.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour
- 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Baking Powder
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Milk (whole, 2%, or almond milk)
- 1 tablespoon Melted Unsalted Butter (or neutral oil)
- 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar (packed)
- ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 1 ounce Cream Cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Milk (plus extra as needed)
Instructions
- Select a large, microwave-safe mug (12-14 ounces) to allow the cake to rise without overflowing.
- Add flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt into the mug and whisk thoroughly to distribute the leavening evenly.
- Pour in the milk and melted butter, stirring gently until just combined, leaving a few small lumps to avoid toughness.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and ground cinnamon until combined.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of the batter and gently swirl it in with a fork handle or toothpick 3-4 times to create distinct ribbons.
- Microwave on high for 70 to 90 seconds until the cake top appears cooked and springs back lightly; check doneness with a toothpick and add extra 10-second increments if needed.
- Carefully remove the mug (it will be hot) and let it rest for at least one minute to finish cooking and set properly.
- In the small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon milk, whisking until smooth and creamy; adjust milk or powdered sugar to reach desired consistency.
- Drizzle the cream cheese icing over the warm cake allowing it to melt slightly, then enjoy immediately with a spoon.
Notes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1.5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cake
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg