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Vegan Coffee Cake

Published on August 23, 2021 By Gunjan 14 Comments

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This oil free Vegan Coffee Cake is soft, moist and filled with cinnamon streusel. Its freezer friendly and made with healthy ingredients. Serve it with your favorite beverage for snacks or breakfast as its perfect all year round.

a square slice of vegan coffee cake

Along with my air fryer apple dumplings and pecan pie bars this oat flour vegan coffee cake should top your list.

I have been baking them for a few months now with a variety of variations and all them worked well. But this time it was absolutely delish and out of this world. We munched on it all day and was gone by evening.

What is coffee cake?

In America, coffee cake is a simple vanilla or yellow style cake topped with streusel. Its extremely soft and moist and paired with coffee. Since this cake is supposed to be a snack/breakfast cake served with a caffeinated beverage its call coffee cake.

However, in India and in UK coffee cake contains coffee in it. There are two ways to include caffeine in this it. Either brewed coffee or by mixing coffee powder with the dry ingredients. Mostly its eaten as is or covered with frosting to make it fancy. Basically, its simple coffee flavored pound cake.

Therefore, I decided to follow my mom’s recipe with a twist. I have combined the west and east ideas and came up with my interpretation of a vegan coffee and walnut cake.

a fork with a piece of vegan coffee cake.

I have been baking oil free vegan desserts like vegan chocolate mousse, matcha bars, banana brownies for a while . Therefore, I assure you that even though this one is healthier but it’s the best vegan coffee cake that you can ever imagine.

Here, I have added instant coffee powder to it and also topped it with sugar free streusel. The end result was super delicious.

Therefore, let’s get started baking this vegan coffee cake recipe

Ingredients you will need

Dry ingredients
Oat flour
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt
Instant coffee powder
Wet ingredients
Soaked chia seeds
Maple syrup
Vanilla extract
Apple cider vinegar
Streusel
Walnuts
Cinnamon

I have used these easily available ingredients which you may buy from any local grocery store. However, I have provided links to few of them here for your convenience.

If you plan to buy from these affiliate links then I get a small commission which in turn encourages me to bring in more delicious recipes for you.

top view of sliced vegan coffee cake.

Ingredients notes:

Oat flour – it’s a healthy grain and a low GI ingredient. Its high in complex carbohydrate and is gluten free in nature. Its very easy to bake desserts with it and also makes the desserts healthier. You use a store bought one which I did here or grind your own at home.

Coffee powder – instant coffee powder is easily available in any store. This ingredient adds a nice coffee flavor to it. Its very mild in here so kids can also enjoy this delectable treat. However, some decaf ground coffee is also available in the stores so you may use it as well here if preferred.

Chia seeds – it’s a vegan egg substitute with lot of health benefits. Along with being high in fiber it adds healthy fats. Also, it helps in fluffing up this dairy free coffee cake.

Maple syrup – it brings out a nice caramelized flavor to the end result so I would not recommend any substitution for this.

Walnuts – I have tried other ways to create vegan streusel for this recipe and I found walnuts compliment the best here.

So, by now you must have realized that’s it’s a coffee cake without milk and butter.

I am sure you must be craving to bite into this aromatic deliciousness ASAP.

Whereas, I am excited to see how it turns out for you and I would love to hear from you about how much your loved ones enjoyed.

How to make Vegan Coffee Cake

Step 1: how to prepare dry ingredients

In this step, in a mixing bowl, I combined all the dry ingredients and mixed them well with a spoon. Then, I kept it aside.

steps to combine dry ingredients.

Step 2: how to prepare wet ingredients

Firstly, in a large mixing bowl, I soaked chia seeds in water until it was jelly like in consistency.

Secondly, I mixed in the rest of the wet ingredients to it and whipped it nicely. Then, I kept it aside.

steps to combine the wet ingredients.

Step 3: How to make sugar free streusel

In this step, I combined streusel ingredients in a food processor and roughly crushed it. (Do not blend it and should have tiny bite pieces).

steps to make streusel.

Step 4: how to assemble

Firstly, I folded dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and whipped it into a batter.

Secondly, I poured the batter in the prepared 8-inch square /round cake pan.

Thereafter, I topped it with the streusel making sure to cover its top thoroughly.

Afterwards, I placed the pan in the middle rack of the oven and baked it for 30 minutes.

Lastly, I turned it off and took it out. Then placed it on a flat surface and let it cool down completely.

steps to bake.

Later, I gently pulled out the parchment paper along with it and placed on a flat cutting board.

I sliced it and we all thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it.

a front view of a slice of vegan coffee cake.

Expert tips:

  • It is important to bring all the ingredients to the room temperature first. This helps in even baking.
  • Make sure to measure the flour directly from the container and level it up by cutting the extra at its top with a knife.
  • Before you start baking, soak chia seeds and then start preheating the oven. It is important for chia seeds to have jelly like consistency to serve its purpose in this recipe.
Vegan Coffee Cake FAQs

How long does it last?

This can be refrigerated for about 2 weeks in an air tight container. Also, freeze them in a Ziploc bag for about 1 month. Simply microwave for 15 seconds or re-bake them for 10 minutes or until soft.

How does it taste?

It has a mild taste of caffeine along with a strong aromatic flavor of cinnamon and the crunch of walnuts. Its not super chewy and is soft and fluffy.

What can I pair with it?

You may pair it with your favorite beverage or enjoy it for breakfast as a side since it made with oats, its healthier.

a close up view of vegan coffee cake.

My other cake recipes that might interest you:
Vegan Coconut Cake
Peanut Butter Cake
Red Velvet Cake
Pistachio Cake

Did you make it?
If you get a chance to make this recipe then please leave your feedback in the comments along with a 5-star rating. In addition, you may tag @kiipfit on Instagram with your recipe remake images because we would love to see what you cooked.
You may also check my cookbook for everyday vegan comfort recipes.

a square slice of vegan coffee cake
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5 from 8 votes

Vegan Coffee Cake

This oil free Vegan Coffee Cake is soft, moist and filled with cinnamon streusel. Its freezer friendly and made with healthy ingredients. Serve it with your favorite beverage for snacks or breakfast as its perfect all year round.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: coffee flavored cake, eggless coffee cake, how to make vegan coffee cake, vegan coffee cake recipe
Servings: 9
Calories: 187kcal
Author: Gunjan

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups oat flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp instant coffee powder

Wet ingredients

  • 1 tsp chia seeds (soaked in 3 tbsp. water)
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar

Streusel

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven at 350-degree Fahrenheit and prepare a square 8-inch square or round cake pan. Grease it with a cooking or cover it with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl combine all the dry ingredients. Mix with a spoon and keep it aside.
    dry ingredients
  • In another bowl mixing combine all the wet ingredients and keep it aside.
    wet ingredients
  • In the meanwhile, combine the streusel ingredients in a food processor and crush it roughly. ( it should not be fine powdered). Keep it aside.
  • Now, fold in dry ingredients into wet ingredients and whip it nicely to make a batter.
  • Pour it on the prepared baking pan and tap it to set the batter evenly. Now, cover its top very well the prepared streusel. (Do not touch the set batter, just sprinkle from the top).
    ready to bake
  • Place it in the middle rack of the oven and bake it for 30 minutes. Once done, turn it off and let it rest for 30 seconds in the oven. Take it out and place it on a flat surface. Once cooled, gently pull out the parchment paper along with the cake holding from two opposite sides. Slice and enjoy.
    fresh baked vegan coffee cake

Notes

  • Instead of chopped walnuts you may use whole walnuts as well but increase 1/4 cup of its measurement in that case.
  • This cake stores well in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks in an air tight container. You may warm it up in microwave for 10 seconds or re-bake in the oven for 7-10 minutes or until soft.
  • They freeze well in a Ziploc bag for about 1 month. When ready either microwave it for 15 seconds or re-bake in the oven for 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 217mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg

a close up view of vegan coffee cake with a fork.

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Comments

  1. HR says

    October 23, 2022 at 10:57 pm

    Just wondering if this can be made without the vinegar.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      October 24, 2022 at 6:28 am

      Hi! thank you for asking this. Its a great question. Since, this is an eggless cake the combination of baking soda and vinegar makes the cake soft, moist and airy. It rises well and is spongy inspite of being oil free and butter free. You can definitely make it without vinegar but the texture and softness might be slightly affected and not as same as the original recipe. However, the cake would still tastes the same and very delicious. Hope this helps.

      Reply
  2. Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says

    August 28, 2021 at 11:48 am

    5 stars
    Thank you so much for sharing another great recipe! I love being able to give my vegan friends absolutely delicious desserts thanks to you! This was such a huge hit!

    Reply
  3. Veronika says

    August 27, 2021 at 12:27 pm

    5 stars
    Love trying new healthy dessert recipes! Saved this page to make it soon 😉

    Reply
  4. Jenny says

    August 27, 2021 at 10:52 am

    This vegan cake is great. I came upon your recipe, and I followed your detailed instructions and managed to pull it off! It tastes amazing. I feel so proud! Thanks so much for this.

    Reply
  5. NATALIA OLLER says

    August 26, 2021 at 1:20 pm

    5 stars
    I love baking vegan cakes for my family and I’m always trying new recipes. So glad I saw yours, this coffee cake looks so moist and delicious! Bookmarked, thanks so much for this :-))

    Reply
  6. Veronika Sykorova says

    August 25, 2021 at 4:25 pm

    5 stars
    So interesting to read what coffee cake is in different countries! I always thought it was just a cake you eat with coffee. Looks delicious

    Reply
  7. Sharon says

    August 24, 2021 at 8:27 am

    5 stars
    This vegan coffee cake is so easy to make! I love that it has chia seeds in it too which I try to eat daily.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      August 24, 2021 at 9:33 am

      Thank you Sharon.

      Reply
  8. Chef Dennis says

    August 23, 2021 at 10:16 pm

    5 stars
    I have never tried a coffee cake before but this Vegan Coffee Cake looks absolutely mouthwatering.

    Reply
  9. Gloria says

    August 23, 2021 at 10:31 am

    5 stars
    Coffee cake is a hit always. Heck, I would eat it for breakfast. A quick and easy dessert for a weeknight treat.

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      August 23, 2021 at 11:56 am

      It indeed is always a hit especially when it has real coffee flavors 🙂

      Reply
  10. Elaine says

    August 23, 2021 at 10:14 am

    5 stars
    OK, I’ve got to make a confession. This is the type of a cake that I can never say NO to. So if I make a big one, it will be gone in no time LOL so what I’ve been doing recently is making it super small – perfect treat and no guilt felt!

    Reply
    • Gunjan says

      August 23, 2021 at 11:56 am

      I can relate Elaine. Every time I bake this cake, its gone the same day in my home 🙂

      Reply

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