Microwave Mug Churro Cake with Cinnamon Sugar

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

How this recipe was made — this recipe was drafted by AislePrompt's AI-assisted pipeline from technique templates and USDA-sourced nutrition data, and published by AislePrompt Editorial — see how AislePrompt recipes are drafted and published.

A quick and fluffy cinnamon-spiced mug cake inspired by churros, finished with a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping for a fun 5-minute dessert. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 1, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 2 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving

Build a week of meals around this recipe → Shop this recipe on Instacart → Shop equipment ↓

Ingredients

4 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
3 tbsp milk
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp, melted butter
1 tbsp (for topping) granulated sugar
1/2 tsp (for topping) ground cinnamon

Bakeware worth owning for recipes like this → Best Bakeware Sets in 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Affiliate disclosure: AislePrompt may earn a commission on qualifying purchases made through Amazon links, at no additional cost to you. See our policy →

Equipment for this recipe

Tools this recipe's steps call for, with a link to each on Amazon.

Godinger Whiskey Decanter Globe - for Liquor, Scotch, Bourbon, Vodka or Wine, Gifts for Men Dad - 850ml
Buy on Amazon →

More Kitchen tools → Shop all kitchen tools →

Instructions

Step 1: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon until combined.
Step 2: Add 3 tablespoons milk, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract to the dry ingredients in the mug. Stir well until a smooth batter forms.
Step 3: Microwave the mug on high for 90 seconds to 2 minutes, until the cake has risen and is set but still moist.
Step 4: Brush the top of the warm cake with 1 tablespoon melted butter, then sprinkle evenly with a mixture of 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Let cool briefly before enjoying.