Cinnamon Roll in a Mug (Print)
Soft cinnamon roll made in a mug, ready in minutes, perfect for instant sweet cravings or breakfast delight.
# Ingredients:
→ For the icing
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3 tablespoons powdered sugar (icing sugar in the UK)
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¾ teaspoon water or dairy-free milk, as needed
→ For the cinnamon roll
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A small amount of oil for greasing the mug (such as sunflower, canola, olive, or coconut oil)
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9 tablespoons (70 grams) all-purpose flour (plain flour in the UK)
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¾ teaspoon baking powder
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A pinch of fine sea salt
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Approximately 4 tablespoons water
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¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1½ tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
# Steps:
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In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with plant-based milk or water, adding the liquid a little at a time. Stir until smooth and thick with a drippy consistency. Set aside.
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Grease an 11 to 12 oz mug with a small amount of oil.
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In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Stir in enough water (approximately 4 tablespoons) to create a slightly tacky but not sticky dough. Use your hands to knead it into a ball. Do not overwork the dough.
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Dust a clean surface with flour and roll the dough into a long strip about 4 inches wide and ⅛ inch thick.
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Sprinkle the cinnamon and sugar evenly over the dough. Fold the longest sides inward to meet in the center, sealing in the filling.
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Carefully roll the dough tightly and place it gently in the greased mug. Pour ½ teaspoon of water over the top.
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Microwave uncovered at full power for about 50 seconds (1200-watt microwave). Adjust the time if using a microwave with a different wattage but do not exceed 1 minute 10 seconds. It is better to undercook slightly, then microwave in 5-second increments if needed. The roll will puff and should reach near the top of the mug.
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Insert a toothpick into the roll to check doneness—it should come out clean. Remember that microwaved food continues to cook after removal. Avoid overcooking.
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Spoon the icing over the roll directly in the mug or turn it out onto a plate before icing. If removing from the mug, run a knife around the edges first. Serve immediately while warm.