A cinnamon roll mug cake that’s ready in only 3 minutes! Looking for a delicious, fluffy slice of cake but don’t want to go to the trouble of baking a whole cake? Then this mug cake is for you and it couldn’t be easier, you’ll have cake for one in no time!
Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake
Wow! Why did I not get into the mug cake phenomenon until now? When I would see the pictures of mug cakes floating around on Foodgawker.com I thought, seriously, how could a cake be made in the microwave and actually be good?
Well, I am here to tell you mug cake works! Not only does it work, it is incredible. It’s brilliant. It’s the greatest thing since sliced bread!
I think I may gain 10 pounds this month from adapting this method for making cake. I created this recipe because I adore cinnamon rolls but I’m not a fan of the prep/wait time.
This can be made, ready to eat in 3 minutes flat. This cake is surprisingly moist, it has every flavor of a cinnamon roll, it’s easier and last but definitely not least, clean up is a breeze!
How can I go back to the tedious method of rolling and rising cinnamon rolls now? I love the idea of mug cakes because really, what dessert can be made so quickly and taste so decadent as though it took hours to make?
How amazed would unexpected guest be when you have this delicious, fancy cake sitting in front of them in just a number of minutes. If you are not a baker, fool anyone into believing you are with this simple cake =). It’s easier than making a box of mac n’ cheese. So spouses that say they can’t cook, see here. You’ve just run out of excuses.
What You’ll Need To Make This Mug Cake;
- all-purpose flour
- applesauce
- vegetable oil
- baking powder
- vanilla
- light brown sugar
- cream cheese
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
- homemade cream cheese icing (recipe below)
Thanks so much BuzzFeed for featuring this mug cake!! You can see 17 more awesome mug cake recipes on their site HERE.
More Cakes You Might Like;
- Lemon Ricotta Cake
- Banana Cake
- Carrot Sheet Cake
- Cannoli Cupcakes
5 from 3 votes Review Recipe
Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake (made in 3 minutes!)
A cinnamon roll mug cake that’s ready in only 3 minutes! Looking for a delicious, fluffy slice of cake but don’t want to go to the trouble of baking a whole cake? Then this mug cake is for you and it couldn’t be easier, you’ll have cake for one in no time!
Servings: 1 Serving
Prep5 minutesCook1 minuteReady in: 6 minutes
Ingredients2 Tbsp applesauce1 Tbsp vegetable oil1 Tbsp buttermilk1/4 tsp vanilla extract1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour2 1/2 Tbsp packed light-brown sugar3/4 tsp ground cinnamon1 dash ground nutmeg (optional)1/4 tsp baking powder1/8 tsp (scant) salt1 Recipe Cream Cheese Icing , recipe followsCream Cheese Icing1 Tbsp Cream Cheese or Neufchatel Cheese , softened2 Tbsp powdered sugar1 tsp milk
InstructionsPrepare Cream Cheese Icing according to directions listed, set aside. Combine all ingredients (minus Cream Cheese Icing) in a mug then whisk together with a fork until combine and nearly smooth.Microwave mixture on high power for 1 minute then check cake for doneness. If it is not fully cooked microwave for an additional 15 seconds. Serve warm topped with Cream Cheese Icing.Cream Cheese IcingCombine all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk with a fork until smooth.
Nutrition Facts Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake (made in 3 minutes!)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 504 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%Saturated Fat 14g88%Cholesterol 17mg6%Sodium 368mg16%Potassium 166mg5%Carbohydrates 78g26%Fiber 2g8%Sugar 50g56%Protein 5g10% Vitamin A 195IU4%Calcium 130mg13%Iron 1.7mg9% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanKeyword: mug cake Author: Jaclyn
5 from 3 votes
Review Recipe
Nutrition Facts Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake (made in 3 minutes!)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 504 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%Saturated Fat 14g88%Cholesterol 17mg6%Sodium 368mg16%Potassium 166mg5%Carbohydrates 78g26%Fiber 2g8%Sugar 50g56%Protein 5g10% Vitamin A 195IU4%Calcium 130mg13%Iron 1.7mg9% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Nutrition values are estimates only. See full disclaimer here.
Nutrition Facts
Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake (made in 3 minutes!)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 504 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 14g88%
Cholesterol 17mg6%
Sodium 368mg16%
Potassium 166mg5%
Carbohydrates 78g26%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 50g56%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 195IU4%
Calcium 130mg13%
Iron 1.7mg9%
- Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanKeyword: mug cake
Author: Jaclyn
