Coffee Cake In A Mug

Our cinnamon coffee cake in a mug is a single-serving dessert that is easy to make in the microwave and comes out deliciously warm and cozy with a sweet streusel topping.

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This delicious coffee cake in a mug recipe creates a single-serving treat that is fluffy, moist, and full of cinnamon-y goodness – all baked in a single mug. It is the perfect way to start your day or to enjoy as an easy dessert or an afternoon pick-me-up.

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Coffee cake in a mug is an indulgent and delicious treat! The comforting smell of sweet cinnamon and cake fills the air as your mug-treat bakes.

The fluffy and moist cake is packed with spicy cinnamon that melts in your mouth, while the crunchy topping adds an irresistible texture that you can’t help but love.

To make this single-serving treat, you’ll need:

For The Cake Layer

• 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour 
• ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon of baking powder
• 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon of light brown sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon of melted butter
• 3 tablespoons of whole milk

For The Streusel Topping

• 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon of light brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon of melted butter

For The Glaze

• 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon of milk

Substitutions And Additions

BUTTER: You can substitute vegetable oil for the butter in the coffee cake mug cake batter, but the mug cake will have more flavor using butter.

CINNAMON: If you want to add a twist to the classic coffee cake flavor, consider experimenting with different spices. Swap out cinnamon for apple pie spice, pumpkin spice, or even a dash of nutmeg.

Each alternative brings its unique aroma and taste to the cake, making it a delightful treat for your taste buds.

MILK: Don’t have regular milk on hand? No problem! You can use almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk as a dairy-free alternative.

These milk substitutes work well in the recipe and contribute their distinct flavors to the final result.

NUTS: If you enjoy some crunch and nutty goodness, consider adding chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds to the batter. These additions will not only enhance the flavor but also add a pleasant texture to every bite.

CHOCOLATE CHIPS: For chocolate lovers, a handful of chocolate chips will make the coffee cake extra indulgent. You can use dark chocolate chips for a bolder taste or white chocolate chips for a sweeter touch.

How To Make This Coffee Cake In A Mug Recipe

This treat is so easy, especially since you make everything in a single mug, leaving virtually no dishes to clean up after.

You’ll follow the steps below to mix up the coffee cake batter before adding the streusel topping.

It will take just over a minute to cook in the microwave before you will add the sweet glaze. Then, all you need to do is dig in!

STEP ONE: Stir together the dry ingredients in a 6 to 8-ounce microwave-safe mug. 

STEP TWO: Add milk and melted butter to the mug and stir to make a batter.

STEP THREE: In a separate bowl, use your fingers or a fork to mix together the streusel ingredients to form a crumble.

Sprinkle the crumble over the top of the batter in the mug. Use a knife or fork to gently swirl the streusel just into the top of the batter.

STEP FOUR: Microwave the mug cake for 1 minute to 1 minute 15 seconds.

STEP FIVE: Whisk together the glaze ingredients in a small bowl and drizzle over the mug cake.

How To Serve

Serve this delicious coffee cake for a special treat, along with a warm pumpkin spice latte or homemade hot chocolate.

If you are looking for an extra fancy treat, add a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a bit of whipped cream on top of the cake before you dig in.

Mug recipes make the perfect size dessert or snack for one. Our vanilla mug cake and chocolate mug cake are two more variations of this easy recipe.

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Storage

While best enjoyed fresh, you can store leftovers for a few days. Here’s how:

ON THE COUNTER: Cover this sweet treat tightly with plastic wrap and store it on the countertop for up to 3 days.

IN THE FREEZER: This easy dessert will not freeze well, so we recommend making it fresh and eating it within a few days.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this delicious cake that is all for you. It makes the perfect breakfast and is a moist and cinnamony cake that will make your taste buds happy. Double this coffee cake in a mug recipe, and you can share it with a friend.

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Our cinnamon coffee cake in a mug is a single-serving dessert that is easy to make in the microwave and comes out deliciously warm and cozy with a sweet streusel topping.

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 minute minute

Total Time 11 minutes minutes

Servings 1

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Ingredients

  

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Cake

• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• Pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 3 tablespoons whole milk

Streusel

• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon melted butter

Glaze

• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon milk

Instructions

 

• Stir together the dry ingredients in a 6 to 8-ounce microwave-safe mug.
• Add the milk and melted butter to the mug and stir to make a batter.
• In a separate bowl, use your fingers or a fork to mix together the streusel ingredients to form a crumble. Sprinkle the crumble over the top of the batter in the mug. Use a knife or fork to gently swirl the streusel just into the top of the batter.
• Microwave for 1 minute to 1 minute 15 seconds.
• Whisk together glaze ingredients in a small bowl and drizzle over the mug cake.

Notes

• Do not double the ingredients in one mug. If you’d like a larger mug cake, make 2 or more in separate mugs.
• The coffee cake batter will double, possibly even triple in the microwave oven. I would recommend using a 6 to 8-ounce mug so that the batter doesn’t spill over the sides of the mug. 
•  The batter ingredients can be made right in the mug itself. I like to stir the dry ingredients together first to make sure they’re well combined. Then mix in the wet ingredients. 

Nutrition

Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 78g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 347mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 53g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 0.04mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 2mg

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