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5-Minute Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake

A fluffy microwave cake swirled with cinnamon sugar, ready in minutes and paired with black coffee for the full cinnamon roll experience. No special tools needed — just a mug and a microwave.

Total time
5 min
Servings
1
Calories
180
Protein
3g
5-Minute Cinnamon Roll Mug Cake
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix flour, milk, and 1 tbsp sugar in a microwave-safe mug until smooth.

  2. Step 2

    Stir cinnamon and remaining 1 tbsp sugar in a small bowl until combined.

  3. Step 3

    Sprinkle half the cinnamon mixture over the batter and swirl gently with a fork.

  4. Step 4

    Microwave on high for 60–90 seconds until the top springs back when lightly pressed.

  5. Step 5

    Let cool 1 minute, then top with remaining cinnamon sugar and serve with black coffee.

Tools you’ll need

  • microwave-safe mug
  • microwave
  • fork
  • small bowl

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