Cinnamon Mug Cake

This cinnamon mug cake is the perfect single serving dessert recipe when you are craving a fluffy cinnamon roll. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 1

Cook Time 1

Total Time 2

Servings serving

Calories 253kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

1 scoop vanilla protein powder 32-34 grams
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

For the glaze

2 teaspoons confectioners sugar melted
1 teaspoon milk
1 pinch cinnamon

Instructions

Grease a microwave safe bowl with cooking spray. In a small bowl, add the protein powder, baking powder, coconut flour, cinnamon, and mix well.
In a small bowl, add the protein powder, baking powder, coconut flour and cinnamon, and mix well. Add the maple syrup, egg, milk, and vanilla extrac. If the batter is too crumbly, continue adding milk of choice until a very thick batter is formed.
Transfer the mixture to a microwave safe mug and sprinkle the brown sugar and extra cinnamon and swirl over the top.
Microwave for 60 seconds, or until just cooked in the centre. Top with glaze and enjoy!

Video

Notes

Variations

Add a pinch of salt to amplify the sweetness of the other ingredients.

Cream cheese frosting. Swap the glaze for a mix of cream cheese, cinnamon, and powdered sugar.

Mix-ins. Add 1-2 tablespoons of walnuts, pecans, chocolate chips, or any mix-ins of your liking.

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