Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake Recipe
This Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake is a quick, single-serving treat that combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls in a convenient microwave cake. With a moist cinnamon-spiced cake base, gooey cinnamon swirl, and creamy cream cheese frosting, it’s perfect for a delicious indulgence in just 11 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Cake Batter
- 4 tbsp all purpose flour
- 3 tsp granulated white sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- 1/16 tsp nutmeg
- 3 tbsp fat free milk
- 1/2 tbsp vegetable oil
Cinnamon Swirl
- 1 1/2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
Frosting
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp cream cheese
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake Batter: In a microwave-safe 8 oz mug, combine the all purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, fat free milk, and vegetable oil. Whisk with a small whisk until the batter is smooth and lump-free.
- Make the Cinnamon Swirl: In a separate small bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and unsalted butter. Microwave for 20-30 seconds until the butter melts, covering with a paper towel to prevent splatter. Stir the mixture until it forms a thick, uniform syrup. Pour into a small container with a narrow pouring spout for precise swirling.
- Layer the Swirl and Batter: Quickly scoop half of the cake batter out and set aside. Pour a cinnamon swirl into the batter remaining in the mug. Use a fork or whisk to draw the swirl if needed. Pour the reserved batter back in, covering the swirl completely, and then drizzle another cinnamon swirl on top.
- Microwave the Cake: Cook the mug cake in the microwave for about 1 minute, or until the cake is fully cooked. The cinnamon swirl butter may separate and become gooey during cooking but will solidify as the cake cools.
- Prepare the Frosting: While the cake cooks, combine the unsalted butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar in a medium bowl. Microwave for about 10 seconds covered with a paper towel. Whisk thoroughly with a larger whisk until the frosting is smooth and thickened. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag and pipe it onto the cooled cake.
Notes
- Use an 8 oz microwave-safe mug for best results.
- Cover bowls with a paper towel when microwaving to prevent splatter.
- If the cinnamon swirl is too thick to pour, use a fork or whisk to draw the swirl pattern.
- Frosting quantity is enough for two cakes; leftover frosting can be stored and used later.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before frosting to prevent melting the frosting.
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