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Hosting a brunch party? Minimize the stress with this impressive coffee cake that’s made easy with Bisquick™ mix.

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Lemon-Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

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This Banana Bread Coffee Cake is a tasty new take to add as part of your breakfast! Sliced and mashed bananas make this cake extra moist and delicious. This top-rated Banana Bread Coffee Cake is just perfect for lazy Sundays, busy weekdays, and every day in between!

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Impossibly Easy Banana Bread Coffee Cake 

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Try this gluten-free version of a classic breakfast treat—it will please the whole family!

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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake

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This addictively fragrant brunch bread is oven-ready in next to no time thanks to Betty Crocker yellow cake mix.

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Brown Butter-Bourbon-Cherry Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel

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Have you ever picked sun-ripened plump blackberries?  You've just picked a great coffee cake to bake them in!

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Blackberry Coffee Cake

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Everyone needs a classic coffee cake recipe. Simple to make and a treat to eat, this is it! Our cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake recipe is the perfect one to wake up and create for a holiday brunch. It only takes 10 minutes of prep time and is made easy with Bisquick™ Original Pancake & Baking Mix.

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Streusel Coffee Cake

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Crunchy cinnamon-and-sugar streusel plus a sweet vanilla glaze top classic homemade coffee cake. Mmm.

blueberry best coffee cake

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Blueberry Best Coffee Cake

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Savor a classic!  A brown sugar, nut and spice filling is layered and baked in a rich sour cream coffee cake.

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Classic Sour Cream Coffee Cake

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Your favorite flavor of pie filling and Bisquick® mix create a scrumptious coffee cake. Check out the kitchen tip for a smaller recipe size.

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Cherry Swirl Coffee Cake

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Not only will it make your house smell heavenly, this harvest-style coffee cake will have everyone asking for seconds.  Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix and apple pie filling team up for a dish that's perfect for brunch or dessert.

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Slow-Cooker Apple Crisp Coffee Cake

This coffee cake is best served warm, but you can microwave a piece for 10 to 15 seconds on High to bring back that fresh-from-the-oven taste.

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Crown this classic coffee cake with fresh fruit, a small mound of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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Want to wake up to an already-prepped brunch? Try our <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/overnight-eggnog-streusel-coffee-cake/7ff5ec37-7c3a-43c6-8043-438f455a3167" target="_blank">Overnight Eggnog Streusel Coffee Cake</a>. Make the night before and chill in the fridge before baking it in the morning.

A little easier on the waistline than the original but still full of flavor, our <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/skinny-streusel-coffee-cake/15f931fb-e311-4cba-84da-55bd7ab8c87b" target="_blank">Skinny Streusel Coffee Cake</a> has a few handy ingredient swaps if you're saving calories for extra treats.

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Forget store-bought and discover the joy of making light, fluffy, and perfectly golden&nbsp;Cake Doughnuts right in your own kitchen. This&nbsp;easy doughnut recipe&nbsp;from Betty Crocker Kitchens guides you step-by-step to create delicious&nbsp;old-fashioned doughnuts&nbsp;that are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful&nbsp;sweet treat&nbsp;any time of day. Whether you prefer them coated in powdered sugar, granulated sugar, or a rich chocolate glaze, these&nbsp;homemade cake doughnuts&nbsp;are sure to become a family favorite. Jump to the recipe and start frying up happiness today!

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Craving homemade cake doughnuts? Our easy, old-fashioned recipe delivers light, fluffy fried doughnuts perfect for a sweet treat. Get the recipe!

To make Chocolate Glaze:&nbsp;In a 1-quart saucepan, heat 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, 1/4 cup butter, and 1/4 cup corn syrup over low heat, stirring frequently, until chocolate chips are melted. Cool 10 minutes. Stir in 1 teaspoon of hot water at a time (2 to 4 teaspoons total) until glaze is smooth and has the consistency of thick syrup. Dip tops of cooled doughnuts into glaze or spoon and spread glaze over tops of cooled doughnuts.

These old-fashioned doughnuts are perfect for dipping into your favorite hot beverage. If you’d like to make buttermilk doughnuts, you can substitute buttermilk for the milk, decrease the baking powder to 2 teaspoons, and add 1 teaspoon baking soda.

No doughnut cutter? No problem! Find a large round cookie cutter (about 2.5 to 3 inches in diameter) for the outer ring of the doughnut. Then, find a smaller round cookie cutter (or a bottle cap) for the center hole.

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Here are the ingredients that come together to create these delicious&nbsp;homemade Cake Doughnuts!All-Purpose Flour: Flour provides the structure and body for the dough.Granulated Sugar: Sugar helps tenderize the dough, contributes to browning, and keeps our&nbsp;doughnuts&nbsp;moist and delicious.Milk:&nbsp;Adds moisture to the dough, helping to create a tender crumb. It also contributes to the overall flavor and richness of the&nbsp;doughnuts.Baking Powder: This magical ingredient reacts when wet and heated, creating gas bubbles that make our&nbsp;doughnuts&nbsp;light, airy, and wonderfully fluffy.Ground Cinnamon:&nbsp;Adds a warm, aromatic spice that complements the sweet dough beautifully.Ground Nutmeg:&nbsp;Another classic spice for&nbsp;doughnuts, nutmeg provides a subtle, earthy warmth that is essential for that traditional flavor profile.Shortening:&nbsp;Contributes to the tenderness and richness of the dough, helping to create a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture in our&nbsp;cake doughnuts.Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Vegetable oil, salt, eggs

Recipe Ingredients

Making these delicious&nbsp;homemade Cake Doughnuts&nbsp;is simpler than you might think, and with a few tips, you'll be frying up perfect batches every time. See the full recipe below for all the details.<h3>1. Heat Your Oil</h3>Use a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the oil temperature and keep it at 375°F. This is crucial for perfectly cooked doughnuts – too cool and they'll be greasy, too hot and they'll burn outside before cooking inside. &nbsp;<h3>2. Mix the Dough</h3>Don’t overmix the dough which can develop too much gluten, leading to tough doughnuts. Mix until just combined; dough will be soft.<h3>3. Roll and Cut</h3>Be sure to flour your surface and cutter, this prevents sticking and makes cutting easier. Also, don't overwork the dough when re-rolling scraps, as this can make them tough.<h3>4. Fry Them Up</h3>Let the oil return to 375°F between batches for consistent results. Drain doughnuts on paper towels to soak up excess oil.<h3>5. Finish with Toppings</h3>For powdered or granulated sugar doughnuts, roll them while they are still warm. For a decadent chocolate glaze (recipe in Tips below!), let the doughnuts cool completely before dipping or spreading the glaze.

How to Make Cake Doughnuts

Proper storage is key to keeping your delicious&nbsp;homemade Cake Doughnuts&nbsp;fresh and enjoyable. Here's how to store them.<h3>Room Temperature</h3>The doughnuts are best enjoyed on the day they are made but will stay fresh for&nbsp;1 to 2 days in an airtight container. &nbsp;Make sure they are completely cooled before storing.<h3>Freezer</h3>Allow the plain doughnuts to cool completely. Then place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid (about 1 to 2 hours). Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe airtight container or heavy-duty freezer bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to&nbsp;2 months. Thaw them at room temperature and glaze, or warm them slightly in a microwave for a few seconds on high before dusting with powdered or granulated sugar.

How to Store Cake Doughnuts

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Start a weekend morning with this exquisitely rich and pretty pound cake, with delicate orange and tangy cranberry flavors.

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Coarse sugar makes a nice crusty topping on the cake, but you can also use regular granulated sugar.

Make two batches of this delicious cake, one for you and one to give away. Wrap your gift in colored cellophane with a pretty ribbon.

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Orange-Cranberry Pound Cake

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When it comes to classic breakfast food, homemade pancakes always take the cake. If you want to learn how to make pancakes from scratch without any fuss, this is the best pancake recipe around! It takes simple pantry-staple ingredients and just 3 easy steps to make super fluffy pancakes that always hit the spot. 

 This classic homemade pancake recipe has appeared in every Betty Crocker cookbook since 1950 and has gained quite a following! Whether you serve ‘em up for breakfast, brunch, or breakfast-for-dinner, both kids and adults love eating pancakes—especially with maple syrup, fresh berries, and other tasty toppings. Here’s how to make pancakes the whole family will love! And if you want even more <a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/courses/breakfast-and-brunch-recipes/pancake-recipes">pancake recipes</a>, we’ve got you covered with endless flavor possibilities.

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Learn to make pancakes from scratch with this fan-favorite recipe. Fluffy homemade pancakes that everyone will love are just three easy steps away.

Substitute 1 cup buttermilk for the 3/4 cup milk. Decrease baking powder to 1 teaspoon. Add 1/2 teaspoon baking soda.

Buttermilk Pancakes

Make pancakes with whole wheat flour. Top each serving with 1/4 cup strawberry yogurt arid 1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries.

Whole-Grain Strawberry Pancakes

Substitute orange juice for the milk. Stir in 1/4 cup dried cranberries and 1/4 cup chopped dried apples after mixing ingredients in Step 1.

Orange-Cranberry Pancakes

This fluffy pancake recipe is great for busy home cooks who aim to please. It’s super easy to follow, and it takes a total of just 15 minutes to make! Read this quick overview of how to make pancakes, then check out the full recipe for step-by-step directions. 

<h3> Mix Batter </h3>
 The first step in making these fluffy pancakes? Mixing up your pancake batter! After you beat the egg, you’ll stir in the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, and oil or butter. Make sure you don’t overmix the batter—nobody wants tough pancakes! 

<h3> Heat Griddle </h3>
 Heat your griddle to that just-right temperature of 375°F. You can test the heat using a few drops of water. If the droplets “dance” around, you’ve reached the right temperature for cooking those fluffy cakes. 

<h3> Cook Pancakes </h3>
 Pour your batter onto the griddle, creating consistently sized circles. Let your batch of pancakes cook on one side until they’re nice and bubbly before flipping them over. When the other side is done cooking, you should have perfectly golden-brown homemade pancakes.

How to Make Homemade Pancakes from Scratch

These homemade pancakes are delicious on their own, but why not double the fun with tasty toppings? Now that you’ve learned how to make pancakes from scratch, check out some of our favorite ways to jazz them up. 

 Fruit: From sweet berries to crisp honeydew melon, the flavor opportunities are endless when it comes to fruit toppings. We love spreading a layer of vanilla yogurt and adding some freshly chopped strawberries to a stack of these fluffy pancakes! 

 Maple Syrup: There’s truly nothing better than homemade pancakes with sweet maple syrup! Pour on as much as you like, and feel free to add some butter. 

 Whipped Cream: Sweetened whipped cream is the perfect partner for hearty pancakes at breakfast time—and it tastes even better when paired with the other toppings on this list! 

 Nuts: A sprinkle of chopped walnuts, pecans, or other nuts adds the perfect crunch to soft, fluffy pancakes. Try using candied pecans for an extra touch of sweetness.

Popular Pancake Toppings

These fluffy pancakes are best served fresh off the griddle, but knowing how to reheat them properly can come in handy. Whether your pancakes have gotten cold while waiting on breakfast guests or you’ve got leftovers in the fridge or freezer, here’s how we’d recommend reheating them. Once they’re hot and ready, just add your favorite toppings and enjoy! 

 In the Microwave (Recommended): To microwave pancakes that are room temperature, place them on a microwave-safe plate, cover them with a damp paper towel and microwave your pancakes on high until they’re heated through (about 20 to 30 seconds per pancake). If they’ve been chilling in the fridge, just increase the microwave time to about 30 to 60 seconds. Frozen pancakes will need about 1 to 2 minutes each, and you can flip them halfway through the microwave time if necessary. 
 
 In the Toaster: Want to know one of our favorite breakfast food hacks? Using the toaster to easily reheat pancakes! Place each pancake in a toaster slot, then toast it on a low setting until it’s heated through and crispy on the edges.

How to Reheat Pancakes

Can’t get enough of our homemade pancake recipes? There’s more where this one came from! We’ve got some of the best pancake recipes around, featuring fun flavors and simple ingredients for those who like to switch it up. Here are some of our favorites! 

<a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/cake-batter-pancakes/b2b774ef-e2b8-45b5-86aa-5c8387009934">Cake Batter Pancakes</a>: Cake for breakfast? Sounds great to us! These soft, pillowy birthday cake pancakes are celebration-worthy, but we’d serve ‘em up any day of the week. 

<a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/gluten-free-pancakes/60ac73e9-525e-4ab8-8cda-713b8a827c0b">Gluten-Free Pancakes</a>: It’s not always easy to find fluffy pancake recipes that fit your dietary needs—but these easy Gluten-Free Pancakes taste just as yummy as the regular kind! 

<a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/sweet-potato-pancakes/3d3a5f4d-1988-466e-a358-0eac2d44bcbe">Sweet Potato Pancakes</a>: We’re big fans of sweet potatoes, and these delicious Sweet Potato Pancakes bring an unexpected flavor twist to your everyday breakfast. As a bonus, they’re super easy to make! 

<a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/easy-blueberry-pancakes/884d04df-41e4-4147-83f0-02f9a9723917">Easy Blueberry Pancakes</a>: If you’re cooking up a big family breakfast, you can’t go wrong with perfectly tender Easy Blueberry Pancakes. This simple pancake recipe takes just 25 minutes to make any morning a little sweeter. 

<a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/chocolate-chip-pancakes/caf9c068-bdf1-4738-bdf8-9ac44be62e94">Chocolate Chip Pancakes</a>: Our Chocolate Chip Pancakes are a kid favorite, and for good reason! Chocolate chips are easy mix-ins, and they elevate fluffy pancakes to sweet chocolatey perfection. 

<a href="https://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/bananas-foster-pancakes/683d5c97-912b-40eb-8082-d69bc975a594">Bananas Foster Pancakes</a>: If you’re a fan of bananas foster, the sweet caramelized banana dessert with a mouthwatering rum sauce, these flavorful Bananas Foster Pancakes are an absolute must-make!

Popular Variations of Classic Pancakes

Not sure how to tell when your homemade pancakes are ready to flip? If your griddle is set to the right heat and your pancakes are all the recommended size, they should only need 2 to 3 minutes of cooking time on one side before you flip them over.

As each pancake cooks, bubbles should start to form on the surface. Wait until the bubbles begin to pop and leave small holes behind—this means the bottom of the pancake has cooked enough. The edges of your pancakes should also start to look set and slightly dry. If you gently lift the edge of a pancake with your spatula and it easily releases from the pan without breaking, it should be ready to flip. If you notice a golden-brown color on the cooked side of your pancake, you’ve done it just right!

How Do I Know When to Flip Pancakes?

If the family didn’t finish your whole batch of homemade pancakes, don’t worry—you can freeze them to enjoy another day! Let them cool completely at room temperature before storing them to avoid condensation. Place your leftover pancakes inside a resealable freezer bag, making sure to press out as much air as possible. Place the bag in the freezer, and freeze your pancakes for about 1 to 2 months. When you’re ready to reheat them, just follow our reheating instructions above—you can use a toaster or microwave to heat them until they’re hot. Enjoy!

Can I Freeze Pancakes?

Follow this recipe for fluffy pancakes, and your results should speak for themselves—but if you can’t get enough fluff, here are some simple tips to ensure a stack of super soft, fluffy pancakes.

Don’t Overmix Batter: Overmixing the pancake batter can lead to tough and dense pancakes, so stir the wet and dry ingredients together until they are just combined. If there are some lumps left in the batter, that’s perfectly fine! If it's too thick to pour, you can add a little more milk (1 to 2 tablespoons) to thin out your batter slightly.

Let Batter Rest: Letting the batter rest for a few minutes before cooking allows the gluten to relax, resulting in a lighter texture. Allow the batter to sit for about 5-10 minutes before cooking the pancakes on the griddle.

Ensure Correct Griddle Temperature: Make sure your griddle is heated to the correct temperature before cooking the pancakes. If it’s too hot, the pancakes will brown too quickly on the outside while remaining raw inside. If it isn’t hot enough, they won't rise properly. Aim for a medium-high heat.

Substitute Buttermilk: Ever wondered why restaurant pancakes are so perfectly fluffy? Many restaurants use buttermilk instead of regular milk when making pancakes. Using buttermilk results in a fluffier and softer texture due to its interaction with baking soda and other pancake ingredients. To make this swap, you’ll want to use 1 cup of buttermilk instead of the 3/4 cup of regular milk called for in this homemade pancake recipe. You’ll also need to decrease the amount of baking powder to 1 teaspoon, and add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to your batter. Make sure your baking soda and baking powder are fresh and unexpired—this will help ensure the best rise on your fluffy pancakes!

How Can I Make These Pancakes Fluffy?

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Hosting brunch? You've come to the right place! If brunch isn't your thing, we've got plenty of weekday breakfast ideas, too.

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Who says you can’t eat cake for breakfast? These birthday cake pancakes take two amazing sweets and turn them into one celebration-worthy treat that you can enjoy any time of the day. The secret to these soft and pillowy beauties? Combining Bisquick™ Original Pancake & Baking Mix and Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix together to create an extra-fluffy pancake. Bright colored sprinkles and a homemade powdered sugar glaze are the icing on these festive cake batter pancakes!

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Don't flip'em more than once! Repeated cooking on both sides toughens rather than browning the pancakes.

Keep pancakes warm by setting them on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet in the oven at 200°F until you’ve finished making the entire batch.

Serve pancakes with maple syrup or top with whipped cream.

These would be a perfect addition to a birthday breakfast table!

Try experimenting with different colored sprinkles for holiday celebrations. Green sprinkles would be a wonderful touch on St. Patrick’s Day, while red, white and blue sprinkles would be a great option for a festive Fourth of July brunch!

Save the remaining cake mix in an airtight container to make this recipe again.

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