Hint Of Mint Coffeecake
A moist, flavorful coffeecake with hints of mint, walnuts, and crunchy cookie crumbs, perfect for brunch, dessert, or teatime gatherings craving a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter an 8-inch square pan.
- Combine baking mix, sugar, egg, milk, oil, and butter flavoring. Beat until well blended to form a thick batter.
- Spoon about half of the batter into the prepared pan and spread to cover the bottom.
- Combine the cookie crumbs and walnuts, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the batter in the pan.
- Drop dollops of the remaining batter onto the cookie crumb mixture and carefully spread to connect the dollops. You do not need to cover all the crumbs.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth to make the glaze.
- Drizzle the glaze over the warm coffeecake. Allow to cool slightly before cutting and serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter version, you can substitute half of the oil with unsweetened applesauce. If you don't have bisquick, a homemade baking mix can be made using flour, baking powder, and salt. Consider adding a dash of peppermint extract to enhance the mint flavor. To make it even more decadent, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a treat reminiscent of Plucketts Or Pull-Aparts.
Serving Suggestions
This coffeecake is perfect for brunch or as an afternoon snack with coffee or tea. It pairs beautifully with a fresh fruit salad or a dollop of whipped cream. For a unique twist, try serving it alongside Orange Upside-Down French Toast for a delightful breakfast spread that guests will love.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover coffeecake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate it for up to a week. To reheat, warm individual slices in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Hint Of Mint Coffeecake contains roughly 48 calories, with 0g protein, 3g carbohydrates, and 4g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of flour instead of bisquick?
Yes, you can use all-purpose flour combined with baking powder and salt to create your own baking mix. Use about 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt to replace 2 cups of bisquick in this recipe.
Is there a way to make this recipe gluten-free?
Absolutely! You can use a gluten-free baking mix in place of bisquick. Additionally, double-check the cookie crumbs and walnuts to ensure they are gluten-free. This will maintain the flavor and texture while catering to gluten-sensitive diets.
How can I make this coffeecake more minty?
To enhance the mint flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract to the batter. Additionally, consider topping the coffeecake with crushed mint candies or fresh mint leaves after drizzling the glaze for an extra pop of minty freshness.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).