Best Bisquick Coffee Cake Recipes (Classic, Apple, and Velvet Crumb Versions)

Bisquick coffee cake is a classic for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Whether you want varieties like the classic cinnamon coffee cake, a fruity apple twist or a coconut-topped velvet crumb version, these recipes will have you enjoying bakery-quality flavor from your own oven. 

These each use Bisquick® baking mix, and take almost no time to make —queuing them up for new and experienced bakers alike. Read on to discover three fantastic Bisquick coffee cake recipes you’ll want to enjoy straight from the oven.

Bisquick Coffee Cake

This Bisquick coffee cake is superior to those found in bakeries.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Total time: 40 minutes

Servings: 9

Yield: 1 (9-inch cake)

Ingredients to Make Bisquick Coffee Cake

For the cake:

• Two cups of baking mix, like Bisquick®
• Two-thirds cup of milk
• One large egg
• Two tablespoons of white sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

For the topping:

• One-third cup of baking mix (like Bisquick®)
• Two-third cup of brown sugar
• Four tablespoons of unsalted butter, sliced
• Half a teaspoon of ground cinnamon

 Directions to Make This Bisquick Coffee Cake

• Preheat the oven to two hundred (200) degrees C, or four hundred (400) degrees F. A 9-inch square baking dish should be greased.
• Get the cake ready: In a bowl, mix the baking mix, milk, egg, sugar, and cinnamon until thoroughly blended; transfer to the bottom of the baking dish that has been prepared.
• Preparing the topping: Using a fork or pastry blender, combine the baking mix, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon in a separate bowl and mix until crumbly. After evenly sprinkling the batter, make a crisscrossing pattern with the butter knife.
• Bake for about 25 minutes in a preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Tips: If you prefer, you can substitute water for the milk. You can also use an 8-inch square baking dish for this.

Nutritional Information

Servings per recipe	9
Calories	259
Total fat	11 g
Saturated fat	5 g
Cholesterol	36 MG
Sodium	502 MG
Total carbohydrate	36 g
Dietary fiber	1 g
Protein	4 g
Calcium	90 MG
Iron	2 MG
Potassium	96 MG

Bisquick Apple Coffee Cake

You can also try this Bisquick apple coffee cake recipe if you like. 

Preparation time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 20 minutes

Total time: 25 minutes

Ingredients to Make Bisquick Apple Coffee Cake

For the cake:

• Two cups of baking mix, like Bisquick
• 2/3 cup water or milk
• Two tablespoons of sugar
• One large egg
• One cored, peeled, and sliced tart green apple

For the topping:

• One-third cup baking mix, such as Bisquick
• 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
• One-half tsp ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons of thinly sliced butter

Instructions to Make Bisquick Apple Coffee Cake

• Set the oven temperature to 400°F. Grease a 9" round pan or grease an 8" square pan.
• Combine the two cups of baking mix, water or milk, sugar, and egg in a big bowl and stir until just blended. In the pan, spread the batter. Evenly distribute the apple slices throughout the cake by inserting them into the batter.
• Brown sugar, cinnamon, and 1/3 cup Bisquick mix should all be combined in a medium bowl. Cover the batter in the pan with the topping mix. Place the butter slices on top.
• A tester placed in the center should come out clean after 20 minutes of baking at 400°F, or until golden brown.

Nutritional Information

Calories	123
Total fat	7 g
Saturated fat	4 g
Cholesterol	40 mg
Sodium	66 mg
Total carbohydrate	15 g
Dietary fiber	1 g
Total sugars	14 g
Protein	2 g
Vitamin C	1 mg
Calcium	39 mg
Iron	0 mg
Potassium	74 mg

Bisquick Velvet Crumb Coffee Cake

You can also try this Bisquick velvet crumb coffee cake recipe if you like.

Users of Bisquick Original Pancake & Baking Mix have long loved this adaptable cake, which may be served for breakfast or dessert.

Preparation time:  20 minutes

Total time: 60 minutes

Ingredients to Make Bisquick Velvet Crumb Coffee Cake

For the cake:

• One and a half cups of Bisquick Original Pancake & Baking Mix
• Half a cup of granulated sugar
• Half a cup of water or milk
• Two teaspoons of vegetable oil or shortening
• One teaspoon of vanilla
• One egg

For the coconut topping:

• Half a cup of flaked coconut
• 1/3 cup of brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup of nuts, chopped
• Three tablespoons of softened butter
• Two teaspoons of milk

Instructions to Make Bisquick Velvet Crumb Coffee Cake

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8-inch square pan or a 9-inch round cake pan. Using an electric mixer, beat the cake ingredients in a large bowl for 30 seconds on low speed while continuously scraping the bowl. For two minutes, beat on medium speed, occasionally scraping the bowl. Fill the pan.
• A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean after 30 to 35 minutes of baking; cool slightly.
• Combine the ingredients for the coconut topping in a small bowl. Cover the cake with the topping. Turn the oven control to broil. For two to four minutes, or until golden brown, broil about 3 inches from the heat.

Nutritional Information

Calories	320
Calories from fat	140
Total fat	15 g
Saturated fat	7 g
Trans fat	0 g
Cholesterol	35 mg
Sodium	300 mg
Potassium	85 mg
Total carbohydrate	40 g
Dietary fiber	0 g
Sugars	25 g
Protein	4 g
Vitamin A	4 %
Vitamin C	0 %
Calcium	8 %
Iron	6 %

FAQs: Best Bisquick Coffee Cake Recipes (Classic, Apple, and Velvet Crumb Versions)

Can you make Bisquick coffee cake without milk?

Yes! Any of these Bisquick coffee cake recipes may have the milk replaced with water. The texture might not be exactly the same, but the flavor will still be able to hold its head high.

How do I keep coffee cake for later?

Where to Store Bisquick Coffee Cake: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for as long as 5 days. If serving the next day, rewarm slices in the microwave for a few seconds.

Is it possible to freeze Bisquick coffee cake?

Absolutely. When the cake is cool, wrap it snugly with plastic wrap then place it in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost at room temperature just before serving.

May I mix in nuts or fruit with the Bisquick coffee cake?

Yes! From mild-tasting to the highly adventurous, Bisquick coffee cake is also versatile— add some chopped nuts, raisins, or even some blueberries for extra taste and texture.

How to Serve Bisquick Coffee Cake?

Serve this warm or at room temperature alongside a cup of coffee, tea, even vanilla ice cream for dessert.

Conclusion: Best Bisquick Coffee Cake Recipes (Classic, Apple, and Velvet Crumb Versions)

Bisquick coffee cakes are an example of how baking from scratch doesn’t have to be complex. Just a few pantry staples and whatever add-ins you like, and in less than an hour, you’ll be sitting with them in front of you: tender, flavorful, and just sweet enough coffee cakes. 

Whether you go with the original or stir in apples for a pop of fruit, or try coconut velvet on top, they’re all recipes that promise a comforting homemade treat, and if you serve it warm with a cup of coffee, you’ll have a comforting treat any hour of the day.

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