Gluten Free Cinnamon Roll in a Mug Recipe
Enjoy a quick and easy gluten-free cinnamon roll made right in a mug! This recipe is perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet snack, featuring a soft, fluffy texture with a delicious cinnamon swirl and a light sugar glaze. Made with simple ingredients and ready in just minutes, this cinnamon roll mug cake is both gluten-free and vegan-friendly, thanks to the use of almond milk and vegan pancake mix.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 to 1.5 minutes (microwave) or 12-15 minutes (oven)
- Total Time: 6 to 7 minutes (microwave) or 17-20 minutes (oven)
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Microwave or Oven Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Cinnamon Roll Batter
- 1/4 cup gluten free pancake mix (vegan if preferred)
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp almond milk (plus more if needed)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Pinch of sea salt
Cinnamon Sugar Swirl
- 2 tsp coconut sugar
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
Sugar Glaze
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp almond milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a greased shallow mug or ramekin, combine the gluten-free pancake mix, baking powder, almond milk, maple syrup, coconut oil, and sea salt. Whisk the ingredients together with a fork until fully combined. If the batter is too thick, add a splash more almond milk until it has a thick pancake batter consistency.
- Make Cinnamon Sugar: In a separate small bowl, mix the coconut sugar and cinnamon together to form the cinnamon sugar blend.
- Apply Cinnamon Sugar: Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar evenly over the surface of the prepared batter in the mug.
- Swirl Cinnamon Sugar: Using a knife or chopstick, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter in a circular motion to create a marbled effect evenly throughout.
- Microwave Cooking: Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute to 1 minute 20 seconds depending on your microwave’s power. The cinnamon roll should be set but still soft. (For oven instructions: preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake in an oven-safe mug for 12-15 minutes.)
- Prepare Sugar Glaze: Combine the powdered sugar and almond milk in a small bowl and mix until smooth.
- Glaze and Serve: Drizzle the sugar glaze over the warm cinnamon roll in a mug and enjoy immediately for a delightful treat.
Notes
- Adjust almond milk quantity to achieve desired batter consistency.
- Microwave cooking time may vary based on the wattage of your microwave, so watch carefully to avoid overcooking.
- For a vegan option, ensure your pancake mix and powdered sugar are vegan-friendly.
- To make this recipe nut-free, substitute almond milk with oat milk or another preferred plant-based milk.
- The oven method is suggested if you prefer a slightly denser texture, but microwave results in a softer cake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug cinnamon roll
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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