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Fluffy Cinnamon Roll in a Mug Recipe

Fluffy Cinnamon Roll in a Mug Recipe


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  • Total Time: 6 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x

Description

Microwave magic brings this cinnamon roll in a mug to life in minutes. Warm, gooey sweet rolls deliver comfort without complex baking steps, inviting you to savor a single-serving dessert anytime.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ tbsps brown sugar
  • 9 tbsps (70 g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ tsp baking powder
  • ¾ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 small pinch fine sea salt
  • 4 tbsps water
  • 1 tiny dab sunflower oil
  • 1 tiny dab canola oil
  • 1 tiny dab olive oil
  • 1 tiny dab coconut oil
  • 3 tbsps powdered sugar
  • ¾ tsp water
  • ¾ tsp dairy-free milk

Instructions

  1. Dry Mixture Preparation: Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl, creating a foundational dry ingredient base.
  2. Dough Formation: Add water to the dry ingredients, kneading gently to develop a smooth, cohesive dough that holds together without crumbling.
  3. Dough Rolling: Stretch the dough into a thin rectangular shape, approximately 4 inches wide, ensuring uniform thickness.
  4. Filling Application: Generously distribute brown sugar and ground cinnamon across the entire dough surface, creating an even sweet-spiced layer.
  5. Dough Folding: Carefully fold the long edges toward the center, creating a sealed cinnamon-sugar packet with no exposed filling.
  6. Spiral Shaping: Roll the folded dough into a compact spiral, securing the cinnamon filling within the interior.
  7. Mug Preparation: Lightly oil a standard-sized mug’s interior to prevent sticking and add a few water drops to generate steam during cooking.
  8. Cooking Process: Place the rolled dough centrally in the mug and microwave uncovered for 50-60 seconds, monitoring the dough’s rise and complete cooking.
  9. Doneness Check: Verify the cinnamon roll’s readiness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should emerge clean without raw dough residue.
  10. Icing Finalization: Whisk powdered sugar with liquid to create a smooth icing, then drizzle over the warm cinnamon roll, allowing it to cascade down the sides of the mug.

Notes

  • Flour Power: Dust work surface lightly to prevent sticky dough and ensure smooth rolling.
  • Dough Consistency Check: Knead gently until dough is pliable and holds together without crumbling for perfect texture.
  • Steam Secret: Add a few water drops to generate moisture, ensuring the mug cinnamon roll stays soft and doesn’t dry out.
  • Doneness Test: Use the toothpick method to confirm complete cooking – a clean toothpick means perfectly baked mug roll.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
  • Method: Microwaving
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2
  • Calories: 296
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 98 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 56 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg