Vegan Coffee Cake

This is the best vegan coffee cake ever. Moist, beautiful, and so delicious, definitely one of my favorite ways to start the morning. But hey, this is not only a morning treat; it’s a welcomed treat all-day long. Perfect for brunch, special occasions, or holiday treats. This cake never lasts long at my house.

Any day is perfect for baking in my estimation, but during the Holidays especially so. Why not gather a few family members to bake a wonderful Cinnamon-Streusel Coffee Cake for brunch? This is what we did today in our house. Of course, this is not a recipe just for the Holidays, but the smell of this coffee cake wafting through the house will add another dimension to the Holiday Season.

Other Vegan Sweet Recipes You May Like:

• Easy Baked Donuts
• Baked Apples
• Almond Biscotti
• Breakfast Blueberry Muffin Tops
• Strawberry Jam Scones
• Pumpkin Pancakes

Savory Vegan Brunch Recipes:

• Crispy Baked Hash Browns
• Quick and Easy Roasted Garlic and Fresh Rosemary Bread
• Easy Vegan Sausage
• Gluten-Free Breakfast Sausage Patties
• Vegan Eggs Benedict

Reasons to love this Vegan Coffee Cake Recipe:

It is hard to find enough superlatives to describe this very special cake. I developed this cake as a special treat for my mom, and it is her all-time favorite. She is not a huge fan of cakes, which makes it so special that she likes this cake. The moistness and texture of the cake, mixed with the cinnamon and cardamom aroma, and sweet crumble topping, make this cake one for the books.

What is Coffee Cake?

Coffee cake is a single-layer cake flavored with a cinnamon swirl and topped with a streusel topping. This coffee cake does not contain coffee or caffeine, but coffee cakes probably got the name because it was served with a cup of coffee.

What is a Vegan Coffee Cake?

A vegan coffee cake does not contain any animal products, no eggs, no dairy milk, or no dairy butter or margarine. Instead, the ingredients are all plant-based.

Ingredients for Vegan Coffee Cake:

Streusel Topping:

natural-cane sugar
flour
cinnamon
salt
vegan margarine (Earth Balance)

Cinnamon Swirl:

coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
cinnamon

Cake:

plant-based milk
fresh lemon juice
vanilla extract
vegan margarine
sugar
flour
salt
baking powder
ground golden flax meal

How to Make Vegan Coffee Cake:

Step 1: Make the Topping

• Mix the natural cane sugar, flour, cinnamon and salt.
• With a fork, blend in the vegan margarine until the mixture resembles crumbs. Set aside.

Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Swirl:

• Combine coconut sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Cake Batter:

• Wet Mixture: In a small bowl, combine plant-based milk, fresh lemon juice, vanilla and golden flax meal. Set aside.
• Dry Mixture: In another small bowl, combine flour, salt, and baking powder.
• In a separate large bowl or standing mixer, cream margarine and sugar until fluffy and light.
• Add wet mixture and dry mixture to the creamed margarine and sugar alternately. The batter should be thick.

Step 4: Assembling the Vegan Coffee Cake:

• Grease a small square baking (7 or 8 in) dish.
• Cover the bottom of the baking pan with half of the batter.
• Next, sprinkle the cinnamon swirl layer.
• Add the remaining batter.
• Finish the cake with the Streusel Topping.

Step 5: Bake the Vegan Coffee Cake:

• Bake at 350 for about 40-50 min.
• Let cool before serving.

Recipe Variations/Substitutions:

Fresh Berries: Add blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries to the cake for a different flavor.
Shredded Apple: Add a shredded apple for an apple flavor.

Allergy-Friendly Options:

Gluten-Free: Use Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free 1-to-1 baking flour.
Soy-free: naturally soy free. Avoid using soy-based milk.
Nut-free: Avoid using nut-based milk. Soy milk may be an option.

Serving Suggestions:

This vegan coffee cake is a great cake to serve for an extra special breakfast or brunch treat, a perfect recipe to make for a Holiday breakfast. Pair with a herbal tea or substitute coffee

How to Store this Vegan Coffee Cake Recipe:

On the counter at room temperature: A few hours to one day

It will last well on your counter for a few hours. When completely cooled, cover with cling wrap or keep in an airtight container to keep the cake moist.

In the fridge: 1-3 days

If storing for more than a day or two, store in the fridge. Cover with cling wrap or store in an airtight container to keep the cake moist. Cakes right out of the fridge tend to taste dry. Let it sit on the counter for a while before serving.

In the freezer: 3 months

My favorite way to store vegan coffee cake is in the freezer. When thawed, it tastes so fresh and delicious. You can even warm it in the oven for a few minutes before serving. In my home, we divide the cake into portion size pieces before freezing so that we can easily take out what we want for breakfast and leave the rest for later.

Special Equipment or Tools:

• Standing Mixer: A standing mixer is helpful when making this vegan coffee cake but not absolutely necessary. As Kaija demonstrates in the video, sugar and margarine can be creamed with a wooden spoon. But it takes a bit of elbow grease.
• Cake Pan: 8X8 inch square cake pan

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I get a fluffier and lighter coffee cake?

For a fluffier and lighter cake, curdle the plant-based milk. This is done by adding fresh lemon juice to the milk and letting it sit for a few minutes.

Does Coffee Cake Contain Coffee?

No, most coffee cakes do not contain coffee, and this vegan coffee cake does not.

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