Indulge in a cozy, comforting treat without the fuss! Our Cinnamon Roll in a Mug recipe is the perfect pick-me-up for those busy mornings or late-night cravings. This single-serving delight delivers all the warm, gooey goodness of a classic cinnamon roll, baked to perfection in just minutes.
INGREDIENTS
Dough
- 1 ½ tablespoons salted butter, melted (set aside)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk (whole milk recommended)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Glaze
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar (confectioners’ sugar)
- 1 tablespoon milk (or heavy cream)
INSTRUCTIONS
Dough
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is smooth and forms a dough.
- Once the dough has come together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
- Gently flatten the dough into a rectangular shape using your hands.
Filling
- In a small bowl, melt the butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in the microwave for about 1 minute (adjust the time depending on how cold your butter is). Stir until well combined.
Assembly
- Pour the cinnamon filling over the flattened dough rectangle.
- Carefully roll the dough into a cinnamon roll shape.
- Grease or spray a standard-sized mug with non-stick spray, then place the cinnamon roll into the mug.
- Microwave on high for 90 seconds. If the dough still looks wet on top, heat in 10-second intervals until cooked through. A toothpick can be used to check for doneness—if it comes out clean, the roll is ready.
Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm cinnamon roll in the mug, or invert the roll onto a plate and pour the glaze over the top.
Enjoy your delicious mug-sized cinnamon roll!
