Description
Craving something sweet, warm, and comforting but don’t have the time (or energy) to bake a full tray of cinnamon rolls?
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 9 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
- Small pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons plant milk (almond, soy, or oat)
- ½ tablespoon light oil (neutral, like canola or sunflower)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon plant-based butter or margarine (softened)
For the Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon plant milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: In a small bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add plant milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir until it forms a soft dough.
Step 2: Lightly flour your surface or a piece of parchment paper. Turn out the dough and press it into a rectangle about 4 x 6 inches in size.
Step 3: In another small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread softened plant-based butter over the dough and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Step 4: Roll the dough up gently from the short end to form a swirl. Pinch the seam to seal and shape the roll.
Step 5: Lightly oil your mug. Place the cinnamon roll inside the mug, swirl-side up.
Step 6: Microwave on high for 45 to 55 seconds. Start with 45 seconds and add more time only if the dough still looks raw on top. Let it rest for 1 minute before topping.
Step 7: In a separate bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the warm cinnamon roll and enjoy.
Notes
- Don’t overwork the dough. The less you handle it, the softer the roll.
- Microwave ovens vary. Check your cinnamon roll after 45 seconds and adjust as needed.
- Let it rest. A 1-minute rest after microwaving helps the dough finish cooking and makes it more tender.
- Want more filling? Add a little extra sugar and cinnamon—just don’t overload or it may ooze out during cooking.
- Prep Time: 1
- Cook Time: 3
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll in a Mug