There’s something enduringly appealing about a Betty Crocker coffee cake. Whether it’s the warming smell of cinnamon that fills your kitchen or the soft crumb that transport you back to childhood, these classic recipes stand up to time.
For me, the world’s best coffee cake has only really been defined by the 1973 original to the much-loved Streusel, to a Sour Cream that is quite rich but good and Betty Crocker offers simple, comforting cakes that are easy and delicious.
In this article, we take a look at three of the most popular Betty Crocker coffee cake recipes — each with its own old-fashioned appeal and delectable goodness.
Betty Crocker Coffee Cake Circa 1973
Ready in: 45 minutes
Yields: 16 slices
Ingredients to Make Betty Crocker Coffee Cake Circa 1973
- Half a cup of vegetable oil
- Two eggs
- One cup of milk
- Three cups of flour
- One and a half cup of sugar
- Four TSPs of baking powder
- One TSP of salt
Topping:
- ¾ cup of brown sugar
- One to two TSPs of cinnamon
- Three TSPs of melted butter
- One cup of chopped nuts (optional)
Directions to Make Betty Crocker Coffee Cake Circa 1973
- Turn the oven on to 350 degrees.
- In a medium bowl, combine the milk, eggs, and oil. In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients.
- Add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture and stir until incorporated.
- Pour batter into a 9 x 13 baking pan that has been sprayed. Mix the topping ingredients together and sprinkle them on top of the batter.
- Bake for thirty-five minutes. Before eating, let it cool for fifteen minutes.
Nutritional Information
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Serving size |
1 (1500 g) |
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Calories from fat |
93 g |
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Total fat |
10.4 g |
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Saturated fat |
2.8 g |
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Cholesterol |
31.1 MG |
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Sodium |
275 MG |
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Total carbohydrate |
47.9 g |
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Dietary fiber |
0.7 g |
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Sugars |
28.8 g |
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Protein |
3.8 g |
Betty Crocker Streusel Coffee Cake
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Servings: 10
Ingredients to Make Betty Crocker Streusel Coffee Cake
Cinnamon streusel:
- Bisquick™ Original Pancake & Baking Mix, 1/3 cup
- One-third cup of brown sugar, packed
- Half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- Two tablespoons of margarine or firm butter
Coffee Cake:
- Two cups of Bisquick™ Original Baking Mix and Pancake Mix
- Two-thirds cup of water or milk
- Two tablespoons of sugar
- One egg
Instructions to Make Betty Crocker Streusel Coffee Cake
- Set the oven temperature to 375°F. Grease a 9-inch circular pan. Mix the streusel ingredients in a small bowl until they crumble and set aside.
- Combine the ingredients for the coffee cake in a medium bowl and stir until combined. Spread in a pan. Add streusel on top.
- Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutritional Information
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Calories |
190 |
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Total fat |
7 g |
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Protein |
3 g |
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Total carbohydrate |
29 g |
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Sugars |
13 g |
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Cholesterol |
30 MG |
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Sodium |
380 MG |
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Potassium |
80 MG |
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Protein |
3 g |
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Vitamin A |
2 % |
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Vitamin C |
0 % |
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Calcium |
6 % |
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Iron |
6 % |
Betty Crocker Classic Sour Cream Coffee Cake
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 16
Ingredients to Make Betty Crocker Classic Sour Cream Coffee Cake
Filling:
- Half a cup of brown sugar, packed
- Half a cup of pecans, chopped
- One and a half teaspoons of ground cinnamon
Coffee
Cake:
- Three cups of Gold MedalTM whole wheat or all-purpose flour
- One and a half teaspoons of baking powder
- One and a half teaspoons of baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- One and a half cups of granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup softened butter or margarine
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of vanilla
- Three eggs
- One and a half cups of sour cream
Light
brown glaze:
- 1/4 cup of butter
- Two cups of powdered sugar
- One teaspoon of vanilla
- One or two tablespoons of milk
Instructions to Make Betty Crocker Classic Sour Cream Coffee Cake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch angel food (tube) cake pan or a 12-cup fluted tube cake pan.
- Combine all of the filling ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl and set aside. Using an electric mixer set to medium speed, beat the eggs, 3/4 cup butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla, and granulated sugar in a large bowl for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl occasionally. On low speed, beat in sour cream alternately with flour mixture.
- In the pan, spread out one-third of the batter (roughly two cups); then, add one-third of the filling (roughly six tablespoons). Do it twice.
- A toothpick inserted near the center should come out clean after about an hour of baking. After 10 minutes of cooling, remove from the pan to the wire rack. Let it cool for ten minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat 1/4 cup of the butter in a 1 1/2-quart saucepan over medium heat until it is very light brown, then turn off the heat. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla and powdered sugar and stir. Add 1 tablespoon of milk at a time and stir until the glaze is smooth and drizzle-worthy. Pour glaze over the cake.
Nutritional Information
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Calories |
430 |
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Calories from fat |
170 |
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Total fat |
19 g |
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Saturated fat |
9 g |
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Trans fat |
1 g |
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Cholesterol |
85 MG |
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Sodium |
370 MG |
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Potassium |
110 MG |
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Total carbohydrate |
60 g |
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Dietary fiber |
1 g |
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Sugars |
41 g |
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Protein |
5 g |
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Vitamin A |
15 % |
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Vitamin C |
0 % |
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Calcium |
8 % |
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Iron |
8 % |
FAQs: Original Betty Crocker Coffee Cake Recipe(s)
What is it that makes Betty Crocker coffee cake recipes so popular?
Betty Crocker coffee cakes are a tasty combination of moist cake and crunchy streusel, perfect for any occasion. They are all built with the sort of everyday ingredients and no-nonsense technique that anyone can follow, and they have become stalwarts of home baking for generations.
Can I make substitutions in these coffee cake recipes?
Yes! You can swap out milk for buttermilk if you want the muffins slightly more moist, exchange nuts for chocolate chips or substitute margarine for butter. Just be sure to leave the proportions as they are for the correct texture and balance.
How do I store my coffee cake?
When cooled completely, transfer your coffee cake to an airtight container and keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it closely and refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months — just warm before serving so you have that fresh-baked flavor.
Conclusion: Original Betty Crocker Coffee Cake Recipes
Betty Crocker coffee cakes have been iconic ever since their creation, and it’s no surprise why. Whether you are baking the 1973 original at home, the Streusel variation for a speedy pancake brunch or the Sour Cream classic for a family get-together, each recipe delivers comfort and tradition to your table.
These quick classics help us remember the best things in life are often the simplest — a cup of coffee, a slice of cake, and some time with touchstones.
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