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Cinnamon Roll in a Mug

Print recipeServed cinnamon roll in mug with icing

Warm, gooey, and made in minutes this cinnamon roll in a mug is the ultimate comfort dessert for one. No yeast or oven required!

Prep time
3 minutes
Cook time
1 minute
Total time
4 minutes
Yield
1 mug roll

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder Pinch of salt 2 tbsp milk 1 tbsp melted butter 1 tsp soft butter (filling) 1 tbsp brown sugar (filling) 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp powdered sugar (glaze) 1 tsp milk (glaze)

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a mug.
  2. Add milk and melted butter; stir until dough forms.
  3. Flatten dough into a strip, spread filling over it.
  4. Roll the dough into a spiral.
  5. Place in mug spiral-side up.
  6. Microwave for 60–90 seconds until set.
  7. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle on top.

Notes

Microwave times vary start with 60 seconds. Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for variation. Use plant-based milk and butter for a dairy-free version.

Nutrition

Calories
280
Fat
10g
Saturated fat
6g
Sugar
14g
Sodium
210mg
Protein
4g
Carbohydrates
42g
Fiber
1g