Easy Apple Coffee Cake Gf Vegan

Made with wholesome almond flour and nutty coconut sugar, it’s gluten-free and plant-based, yet full of flavor. It’s perfect for afternoon tea, an indulgent breakfast or brunch, or as a snack or dessert. All it takes is simple ingredients and 1 mixing bowl. Let us show you how it’s done!

Origins of Coffee Cake

While the name “coffee cake” might make you think it contains coffee, that’s not usually the case. Instead, coffee cake refers to a sweet cake eaten alongside a cup of coffee. It’s believed that the concept originated in the 17th century in Northern/Central Europe. Then, immigrants from Germany and Scandinavia brought it to the US. By the late 19th century, some American bakers did add coffee to the cake batter and others modified it to be denser and more cake-like. The following is a plant-based and gluten-free version infused with apples, cinnamon, and an optional crumb topping.

How to Make Apple Coffee Cake

Almond flour and our DIY Gluten-Free Flour Blend combine for a wholesome, crumb-like base that stands up to the richness of vegan butter. The sweetness comes from maple syrup and coconut sugar, while vanilla, cinnamon, and salt infuse the batter with flavor. Baking powder and baking soda provide leavening, and a small amount of dairy-free milk adds just enough moisture to mix while keeping the batter thick enough to withstand the moisture from the apples. Chunks of peeled apples infuse the cake with apple flavor in every bite. We tested with both sweet (Honeycrisp) and tart (Granny Smith) apples and much preferred the more prominent apple flavor from the Granny Smith. After a stint in the oven, the top of the cake becomes golden brown and is ready for the optional (but highly recommended) topping. The crumb topping is made with a simple mix of organic cane sugar and coconut sugar that’s infused with cinnamon and made into a crumbly texture with the help of vegan butter and more gluten-free flour. Another 5 minutes in the oven gets it golden brown and toasty. We hope you LOVE this apple coffee cake! It’s:SweetNuttyToastyComfortingEasy to prepare& Oh-so-snackable! It’s perfect for afternoon tea, an indulgent breakfast or brunch, or as a snack or dessert. Pair it with our Easy Vegan Eggnog, Easy Pumpkin Spice Latte, or Easy Masala Chai for MEGA fall feels!