Quick Spiced Churro Mug Cake

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

Enjoy the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg in this fast and fluffy mug cake, perfect for a last-minute dessert craving. This American-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 310 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.

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
• 3 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp, melted butter
• 1 tbsp (1 tsp cinnamon + 1 tbsp sugar mix) cinnamon sugar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together 4 tbsp all-purpose flour, 3 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg until combined.
2. Step 2: Add 3 tbsp milk, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, and 1/4 tsp vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until smooth and free of lumps.
3. Step 3: Microwave the mug cake on high for 70-90 seconds, checking at 70 seconds for doneness by inserting a toothpick (it should come out clean).
4. Step 4: Immediately brush the top of the warm cake with 1 tbsp melted butter and sprinkle 1 tbsp cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the surface to mimic churro flavors.
5. Step 5: Let cool for 2-3 minutes before enjoying directly from the mug.