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Vanilla Cinnamon Mug Cake

Published: Feb 10, 2013 · Modified: Dec 19, 2021 by Raquel · This post may contain affiliate links · 15 Comments

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This easy Vanilla Cinnamon mug cake is a great way to have a little dessert with very little effort and clean up. This is also a perfect way to make a small cake for a roommate, coworker or family member. 

All of the ingredients come together in a mug and it is baked in the microwave for easy preparation and clean up. I like to top mine off with whipped cream, but you can use frosting if you wish.

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Hi Friends! First off, this recipe took several attempts to get the recipe just right. I wanted a light and fluffy cake that was not doughy in the center. Mug cakes are a little tricky because you are basically attempting to reduce a cake recipe to a single serving. 

If you are not familiar with a mug cake, it is a cake you can mix together in a mug and bake in the microwave for about 90 seconds. Now that is a time-saving dessert recipe!

It is also perfect when you just want a little dessert, just for yourself!

 

Vanilla Mug Cake Recipe

 

I used a 12 oz mug, but you could use a smaller one too.

Easy-mug-cake-recipe

The result is a cupcake-sized treat that is perfect for an after-school snack or a dessert.

 

Recipe for vanilla mug cake

It is so easy to put together. Once it is cooked, you can decorate with a little whipped topping and sprinkes.  It was so easy, I decided to show what I did with it once it was cooked in this Vine video:

Because who doesn't love a little festive topping on desserts? Sprinkles make everything better, don't you agree?

Tasty mug cake recipe

More Cinnamon Treats

Gingerbread. Cinnamon Rolls    Perfect for the winter season.

Don't forget to pin this recipe.

Vanilla Mug cake with cinnamon

Vanilla Cinnamon Mug Cake Recipe

Recipe for vanilla mug cake

Cinnamon Mug Cake

Raquel Pineira
A delicious single-dessert idea in a mug.
5 from 31 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 minutes mins
Total Time 7 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 422 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • pinch cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • coat mug with a smidge of butter
  • mix all other ingredients except topping together in a mug
  • Cook in microwave 90 seconds
  • Check with a toothpick to ensure it comes out clean
  • Depending on your microwave, you may want to add 10 - 15 seconds
  • Let cool about 30 seconds and you can put on a plate

Nutrition

Calories: 422kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 136mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 1gSugar: 39gVitamin A: 107IUCalcium: 145mgIron: 2mg
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Let me know if you try it! Have you made a mug cake before? This recipe would be awesome made in a cute mug like this one.

Vanilla Cinnamon Mug cake

 

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  1. debbiedoos

    February 11, 2015 at 2:24 pm

    So funny I just made one of these mug cakes. Mine is a different though. OMG I can't wait to try your version. They are so fun!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      February 12, 2015 at 7:54 pm

      They are fun Debbie. I also like the fact that they only make one so I am not tempted to eat several. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Tamara

    February 12, 2015 at 6:53 am

    I'm so fascinated by this! So easy.
    I have a bad cold and can't taste anything right now so all these food recipes are tempting me. When I get better!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      February 12, 2015 at 7:53 pm

      It's really easy and I hope you feel better soon Tamara! I wish I could send you some warm sunshine.

      Reply
  3. Akaleistar

    February 12, 2015 at 7:09 pm

    I've never successfully made a mug cake because I always alter the recipe thinking I can make it healthier by not adding sugar. This looks yummy, so I might just have to be unhealthy and do it the right way 🙂

    Reply
    • Raquel

      February 12, 2015 at 7:52 pm

      You are so good Ashley! I wish I could love it without sugar!

      Reply
  4. Jamie

    February 12, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    I've always wanted to try one of these... Will definitely try your recipe! =)

    Reply
  5. Jhanis

    February 13, 2015 at 10:28 am

    This looks soo good! I cannot count the number of times my mug cake turned rock hard! Why?! LOL I am such a bad baker, even if I follow all the instructions to a T!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      February 16, 2015 at 8:06 pm

      Thanks Jhanis! I hope you try this, it is super simple to make.

      Reply
  6. [email protected] Plaid and Paisley Kitchen

    February 18, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    I have always wanted to make a mug cake. This looks so yummy and simple!

    Reply
  7. brenley davis

    February 19, 2015 at 10:11 am

    I have always wanted to try a mug cake - this one looks delicious and easy enough for a quick weeknight treat!! Can't wait to try 🙂

    Reply
    • Raquel

      February 19, 2015 at 11:26 am

      I hope you love it Brenley! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  8. April G

    February 22, 2015 at 1:30 pm

    I have tried a mug cake, but I wasn't successful. This looks so yummy, I might have to try again. Thanks for linking up with Turn it Up Tuesday!

    Reply
    • Raquel

      February 22, 2015 at 3:40 pm

      I tried several too April until I developed this one. Many came out sticky and undercooked. Let me know if you try it.

      Reply
  9. Krysta @ KrystaSteen.com

    February 22, 2015 at 3:20 pm

    Yummo! Thanks for linking up to Tips and Tricks! Hope to see you again this week! 🙂

    Reply

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