Snickerdoodle Mug Cake

Snickerdoodle Mug Cake bakes up in the microwave in just one minute, yielding a warm, cinnamon-sugary treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth!

Snickerdoodle Mug Cake collage with text

How many times have you had a sugar craving, only to discover that there's nary a cookie nor a cupcake nor a candy bar in the house? Now that's not always a bad thing, mind you. Sometimes the only thing that prevents me from ingesting too much sugar is the fact that I made a point not to buy or make sweets in the first place. 😉

Mug Cake Love

But other times, IneedsomethingsweetandIneeditrightNOW! And in those instances, spending a few minutes throwing together a microwave mug cake seems a bit more refined than scarfing chocolate chips straight out of the bag.

Mug Cake made with cinnamon and sugar

Did y'all happen to catch the One-Minute Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake that I posted last spring? Because it is, to put it bluntly, awesome. In fact, I've had quite a few comments from people declaring it the best mug cake recipe they've ever tried. And while it's hard -- nay, impossible -- to top chocolate and peanut butter, sometimes I'm in the mood for something vanilla-based instead. So I decided to take my Chocolate Peanut Butter M.C. and attempt to remove the chocolate...and the peanut butter. And would you believe my efforts were a success?!

Spoon digging in

Cinnamon Sugar Mug Cake

I clearly have a thing for snickerdoodle treats, seeing as how I've already shared cinnamon-sugary variations of popcorn, candied pecans, quick bread, muffins, and coffee syrup. So what would be more natural than a cinnamon sugar mug cake that ends up tasting like a soft, warm, snickerdoodle cookie?

Snickerdoodle Mug Cake is just that...a moist, tender cake, spiced with cinnamon and layered with cinnamon sugar. And y'all...it can be crossing your lips in under five minutes from start to finish! Just a few basic ingredients are mixed, poured into a mug, and microwaved. And then, before your very eyes, the batter transforms into cake, rising up to the top of the mug and then collapsing a bit once the baking stops.

Most mug cakes end up having a less-than-desirable texture...dense and gummy and just kind of weird. But not this one! I feel like the secret to a light, tender, amazing texture in a mug cake comes from leaving out the eggs. That's right! No egg in this mug cake recipe (or any of my others). It's not only easier to make a mug cake without an egg, but it turns out so much tastier!

Getting ready to dig in with spoon

(Oh, and I realize that y'all are smart enough to figure out how to layer the batter with cinnamon sugar, but I was playing around with baking one of these in a clear mug...so you get a photo. It was actually fun to watch the batter transform into cake, like some nerdy food blogger science experiment.)

Mug Cake Recipe showing snickerdoodle layers in jarThis recipe is perfect for those there's-nothing-sweet-in-the-house sugar cravings. But since making it does require minimal effort, it's easy enough to stop at one. And one batch can even be shared! I actually make a couple of mug cakes for dessert sometimes and split them between our family of five.

Tips & Tricks

  • The strength of individual microwaves can vary, so the first time you make this recipe, you'll need to experiment a bit to make sure that 1 minute is the perfect length of baking time. The nice thing about this treat is that even if it is undercooked, you don't have to worry about raw eggs!
  • My Snickerdoodle Mug Cake was done to my liking in one minute and 15 seconds. This is slightly longer than I bake my Chocolate Peanut Butter version, since I prefer that one to have a molten center.
  • Unsalted butter will work just fine in this recipe, but I find that using salted butter (or adding a tiny pinch of salt) adds a small flavor boost.
  • A tall, cylindrical mug with straight (not angled) sides will ensure that the cake bakes evenly. I found a 14-ounce mug to be the perfect size to allow the cake to rise up while baking without overflowing. (I filled my mug to the top with water and then transferred the water to a measuring cup to determine its capacity.) If you use a smaller mug, you may want to bake the cake on top of a plate or paper towel to catch any possible overflow.
  • I also advise you to place a plate under your mug the first time you make this treat to catch any potential spillage.

The bottom line is that this recipe is pretty darn flexible. Experiment with what you've got and you'll quickly figure out the winning formula!

Snickerdoodle Mug Cake Recipe with text overlay

If you like cake...if you enjoy snickerdoodles...if you're a fan of instant gratification...if you own a mug...this Snickerdoodle Mug Cake recipe was made for you! Please say that you'll try it and let me know what you think? And then go ahead and try the chocolate peanut butter version and let me know which one you like better.

Because for me? Honestly, it's a toss-up at this point. They're totally different but equally scrumptious. Guess I'll keep making them both until I can decide a clear winner. <insert fake sigh> Food blogging is a tough job, but somebody's got to do it... 😉

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Snickerdoodle Mug Cake

Snickerdoodle Mug Cake bakes up in the microwave in just one minute, yielding a warm, cinnamon-sugary treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 4 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 mug cake
Calories: 500kcal
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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup milk, at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted and cooled
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For layering/topping:

  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon until thoroughly, completely combined, with no streaks of any ingredients remaining. Blend in milk, butter, and vanilla until batter is smooth. Into a 14-ounce (or larger) microwave-safe mug with straight sides, scoop a big spoonful of batter, then sprinkle with a spoonful of cinnamon sugar. Alternate layers, ending with cinnamon sugar.
  • Microwave on high for 1 to 1 ½ minutes, or until cake is done to your liking. Allow to cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

Video

Notes

  • A tall, cylindrical mug with straight (not angled) sides will ensure that the cake bakes evenly. I found a 14-ounce mug to be the perfect size to allow the cake to rise up while baking without overflowing. (I filled my mug to the top with water and then transferred the water to a measuring cup to determine its capacity.) If you use a smaller mug, you may want to bake the cake on top of a plate or paper towel to catch any possible overflow.
  • The strength of individual microwaves can vary. The first time you make this recipe, be prepared to experiment a bit to make sure that 1 minute is the perfect length of baking time. The nice thing about this cake is that even if it is undercooked, you don't have to worry about raw eggs!
  • Unsalted butter will work just fine in this recipe, but I find that using salted butter adds a tiny flavor boost.

Nutrition

Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 228mg | Potassium: 181mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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Adapted from One-Minute Chocolate Peanut Butter Mug Cake
Originally published on January 15, 2015

Snickerdoodle Mug Cake collage with text

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434 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Made this tonight and it’s my first ever mug Cake! Delicious!!. What I did was I added a bit of butter to the sugar cinnamon mixture then placed that on top of the cake and swirled it With a chopstick. So much easier! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

    1. Sorry to hear that. My mug cake has never turned out spongy, and I don't believe I've seen that comment before on this recipe.

    2. 4 stars
      Mine was a little weird like that to. I tasted it an it tasted fine though so I thought nothing of it.

  2. 5 stars
    This recipe is so simple and delicious. After I made this, everyone in my house asked me to make them one.

  3. 1 star
    I followed the directions every step of the way, and I didn't think this cake tasted good at all.

  4. 5 stars
    I typically don't like the texture of mug cake, but THIS was fantastic. I was pleasantly surprised at how delicious and light this was. 1 minute 8 seconds was perfect.

  5. 5 stars
    This is the absolute best mug cookie ever. I am so hooked, that I have made it every night for the last month. That's the same time period that I discovered mug cookies. That you for creating this wonderful recipe. Love it!!

  6. 5 stars
    This was delicious! I’ll make it again. I cooked mine for 1 min 15 sec. I also put a glaze over the top after taking out of the microwave.

  7. 5 stars
    I thought I had messed up because the batter seemed too thin. But I tried it anyway, and it was perfect! I can't wait to try others!

  8. 5 stars
    I LOVE THIS RECIPE! Whenever I have a bit of a sweet tooth I make this magnificent mug cake and it turns out perfect and delicious every time. Make sure to do the layers of sugar and cinnamon, they are an absolute game changer!

  9. 1 star
    I didn't like this. It was too much like plain bread. I tasted the flour. I don't usually leave replies but it seems everyone liked it but me. So, i figured someone might want to hear a harsh review.

  10. 5 stars
    I’ve made this more times than I can count and it never disappoints! Perfect for when I need something sweet after dinner but don’t have anything.

    Obviously it is best as written, but the great news is that if you forget the vanilla, don’t have baking powder, or are too lazy to bother layering with the cinnamon sugar, it will still hit the spot!

  11. 5 stars
    I have done this recipe so many times now I can’t even remember the number...It’s so great and the flavour is so hearty...It’s also super easy and quick so everytime I have a sweet tooth and there’s nothing on sight I make this...it’s proven specially useful on a college deadline and I have to pull an allnighter😂I have most recently tried not only layering with sugar and cinnamon but also with apple slices♥️Ir turned out great!!! In conclusion thank you so much Samantha for this wonderful recipe