Description

This Cinnamon Mug Cake Recipe is a quick and easy single-serving dessert that you can whip up in just minutes using your microwave. Rich in warm cinnamon flavor complemented by a moist, fluffy texture, this cake is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the fuss. Optional cinnamon-sugar topping adds an extra swirl of spice and sweetness, making it an ideal snack or indulgent treat.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
pinch of salt
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Topping

1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
small pat of butter

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Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a microwave-safe mug (10–12 oz size), whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to create an even base for your cake batter.
Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract into the mug with the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until a smooth batter forms, ensuring you scrape the sides and bottom of the mug to incorporate all the flour.
Add Optional Cinnamon-Sugar Swirl: Mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, and pat of butter in a small bowl. Drop this mixture into the center of the batter in the mug and lightly swirl it through with a toothpick or fork for an extra burst of cinnamon sweetness.
Microwave the Cake: Microwave the mug on high power for 1 minute to 1 minute 20 seconds. Watch carefully until the cake has risen and is cooked through but still soft; be careful not to overcook as it may become tough.
Cool and Serve: Allow the mug cake to cool for 1–2 minutes before enjoying. Optionally, top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream cheese glaze for a dessert-style treat.

Notes

For a richer dessert, top the mug cake with vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of cream cheese glaze.
You can adjust the amount of ground cinnamon to suit your preference for more or less spice.
Make sure to not overcook the cake in the microwave, as it can become dry or rubbery.
The mug used should be microwave-safe and around 10 to 12 ounces in size to prevent overflow.
This recipe is ideal for a quick single-serving dessert or snack right when you need it most.