One Minute Cinnamon Roll In A Mug
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Sometimes you want a warm cinnamon roll, but you definitely do not want to spend an hour making dough, waiting for it to rise, rolling it out and turning the kitchen upside down.
That is exactly when this One Minute Cinnamon Roll In A Mug comes to the rescue. 😍
It is warm, soft, sweet and packed with that lovely cinnamon sugar flavour we all associate with freshly baked cinnamon rolls.
Best of all, it is made in a mug and cooked in the microwave in around one minute.
This is a brilliant little recipe for when you want a quick dessert, an afternoon treat or something sweet with your morning coffee.
Why You’ll Love This Cinnamon Roll Mug Recipe
There are plenty of reasons to keep this recipe handy.
It’s incredibly quick. You can go from craving something sweet to eating it in just a few minutes.
No yeast is needed. There is no waiting for dough to rise.
It makes one portion. Perfect when you don’t want an entire tray of cinnamon rolls tempting you all evening.
It uses basic ingredients. You probably already have most of them sitting in the cupboard.
And perhaps most importantly, there is hardly any washing up. Just a mug, a small bowl and a spoon. 🙌
Ingredients
For The Cinnamon Roll
- 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
For The Cinnamon Filling
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon melted butter
For The Simple Glaze
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ to 1 teaspoon milk
- Tiny splash of vanilla extract, optional
How To Make A One Minute Cinnamon Roll In A Mug
Step 1: Make The Dough
Add the flour, baking powder and salt to a small bowl.
Pour in the milk and melted butter.
Mix everything together until a soft dough begins to form.
If the mixture seems very sticky, add a tiny sprinkling of flour. You want a soft dough that you can gently shape rather than a dry dough.
Step 2: Roll Out The Dough
Lightly flour your work surface.
Place the dough onto the surface and gently flatten or roll it into a long rectangle.
Don’t worry about making it perfectly straight. This is a quick mug recipe, not a baking competition!
Step 3: Add The Cinnamon Filling
Brush the dough with the melted butter.
Mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together and sprinkle the mixture evenly across the dough.
Make sure you get cinnamon sugar right to the edges so every bite has plenty of flavour.
Step 4: Roll It Up
Starting at one of the shorter ends, gently roll the dough into a little cinnamon roll.
Place the roll upright inside a microwave-safe mug.
Choose a mug with a little extra room because the cinnamon roll will rise slightly while cooking.
Step 5: Microwave
Microwave on high for approximately 50 to 70 seconds.
Start checking it at around 50 seconds.
Microwaves vary considerably in power, so yours might need slightly more or slightly less time.
The centre should look cooked rather than wet, but don’t continue cooking it for too long.
Step 6: Add The Glaze
Mix the powdered sugar with a small amount of milk until you have a thick but pourable glaze.
Add a tiny splash of vanilla if you like.
Drizzle it over your warm cinnamon roll and enjoy immediately. 😋
The Secret To A Soft Mug Cinnamon Roll
The biggest mistake with microwave mug cakes and mug desserts is overcooking them.
A cinnamon roll that is lovely and soft at 60 seconds can become rubbery if you cook it for another 30 seconds.
Always start with less cooking time.
You can easily put it back into the microwave for another 5 or 10 seconds if necessary.
You can’t undo an overcooked cinnamon roll!
Easy Cinnamon Roll Variations
Once you have made the basic recipe, there are lots of little ways to change it.
Try adding a few chopped pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon sugar.
You could also sprinkle in a few raisins before rolling the dough.
For something extra indulgent, add a few tiny chocolate chips.
Another delicious option is replacing the simple powdered sugar glaze with a small spoonful of cream cheese frosting.
You could even add a tiny drizzle of maple syrup over the top.
Can I Make It Without Brown Sugar?
Yes.
Brown sugar gives you that traditional sticky cinnamon roll filling, but ordinary white sugar will work too.
You can also use a combination of white and brown sugar if that’s what you have available.
What Size Mug Should I Use?
A standard microwave-safe mug of around 10 to 12 ounces works well.
Avoid using a very small mug because the dough needs some room to expand.
It is also worth placing the mug onto a microwave-safe plate the first time you make the recipe, just in case your cinnamon roll rises more than expected.
Can I Make It Dairy Free?
Yes.
Use your favourite plant-based milk in place of regular milk and swap the butter for a dairy-free butter alternative.
The cooking process remains exactly the same.
Can I Prepare It In Advance?
Technically you can prepare the dough ahead of time, but this recipe is really at its best when made fresh.
It only takes a few minutes to put together, so there isn’t much benefit to preparing it hours ahead.
The cinnamon roll tastes best while it is still warm and soft from the microwave.
Can I Double The Recipe?
You can, but I would recommend making two separate mugs rather than trying to cook one enormous cinnamon roll.
Microwave recipes cook much more evenly when the portions stay relatively small.
You may also need to cook the mugs individually depending on your microwave.
Does It Really Cook In One Minute?
Usually, yes.
The exact cooking time depends on the wattage of your microwave and the size of your mug.
Most will cook somewhere between 50 and 70 seconds.
If you’re making it for the first time, check it at 50 seconds and then continue in short bursts until cooked.
Perfect For Those Late-Night Sweet Cravings
This might be one of those dangerous little recipes to know because once you realise you can make a warm cinnamon roll in only a few minutes, you’ll probably start making them far more often. 😂
There’s no yeast, no waiting around and no need to bake an entire batch.
Just mix, roll, microwave and drizzle with icing.
So the next time you’re sitting at home craving something warm, cinnamon-filled and sweet, grab a mug and give this One Minute Cinnamon Roll In A Mug a try.
If you make one, let me know what you added to yours. Would you keep it classic, add cream cheese frosting or sneak a few chocolate chips inside?