Cappuccino "Cup" Cakes

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 10 coffee mugs with nonstick spray.

2. 2

   In a small bowl combine instant coffee and 2 tablespoons hot water.

3. 3

   Mix and set aside.

4. 4

   In a large bowl combine cake mix, milk, oil, eggs and half the coffee.

5. 5

   Mix until blended.

6. 6

   Reserve 1/2 cup of the cake batter.

7. 7

   Fill coffee mugs 2/3 of the way with cake batter.

8. 8

   In small bowl combine remaining coffee, cocoa powder and reserved cake mix and mix well.

9. 9

   Add 1 tablespoon of the mixture to each mug and swirl into batter with a toothpick or skewer.

10. 10

    Place mugs on a baking sheet.

11. 11

    Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes come out clean.

12. 12

    Allow to cool.

13. 13

    Mix vanilla extract together with whipped topping.

14. 14

    Place a dollop of the topping onto each cake.

15. 15

    Dust topping with ground cinnamon and insert the cinnamon sticks into the cakes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.