Gourmet Meal

Alice Brown

Experienced and passionate pastry chef with a flair for creative desserts. Adept at crafting delicious treats, utilizing quality ingredients, and maintaining high standards of excellence in culinary artistry.

Gluten-Free Coffee Cake

Name: Gluten-free Coffee Cake
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mundial
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegan butter; 3/4 cup cane sugar; 2 large eggs; 2/3 cup dairy-free yogurt; 1 ½ cups 1:1 Gluten-Free Flour Blend; 3/4 cup almond flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 3/4 tsp sea salt; 1 ½ Tbsp brown sugar; 1 ½ tsp cinnamon; 1/2 cup gluten-free Flour Blend; 1/4 cup vegan butter; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 tsp sea salt

Coffee Cake is a delicacy that originated from Germany. Traditionally, this cake is enjoyed during brunch or with coffee or tea, making it ideal for social gatherings, family get-togethers, or simply as a comforting solace on a lazy afternoon. This Gluten-free Coffee Cake recipe has been healthified to suit the dietary needs of vegan and gluten-sensitive individuals, yet maintains the taste, texture, and charm of its non-gluten-free counterparts. It's prepared with simple ingredients like cane sugar, gluten-free flour, and vegan butter, giving it a fluffy, sweet, and perfectly baked taste and texture. It's a culinary paradox - it's moist yet crumbly, sweet yet subtle. Serve it up at your next brunch and see everyone asking for seconds!

Calories
410
Time
80
Portions
6
Score
4.00

Ingredients

Cake

Vegan Butter 1/2 cup
Cane Sugar 3/4 cup
Eggs 2 large
Dairy-free Yogurt 2/3 cup
1:1 Gluten-free Flour Blend 1 ½ cups
Almond Flour 3/4 cup
Baking Powder 2 tsp
Sea Salt 3/4 tsp

Swirl

Brown Sugar 1 ½ Tbsp
Cinnamon 1 ½ tsp

Topping

Gluten-free Flour Blend 1/2 cup
Vegan Butter 1/4 cup
Brown Sugar 1/4 cup
Ground Cinnamon 2 tsp
Sea Salt 1/4 tsp

Preparation

Prepare cake batter

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (176 C) and line an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cane sugar and softened vegan butter. Using an electric mixer, beat on medium/high speed until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and beat until the mixture becomes pale yellow and fluffy. Add dairy-free yogurt and mix again.
Finally, mix in gluten-free flour, almond flour, baking powder, and sea salt until fully incorporated. The batter will be very thick, between cake batter and cookie dough.
Spread half of the batter on the bottom of your parchment-lined baking pan. Sprinkle the top with brown sugar and cinnamon. Spread the remaining batter on top of the cinnamon sugar.

Prepare topping and bake

In the same mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, vegan butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt on low speed until fully combined. It should look crumbly.
Sprinkle the crumble topping evenly over the top of the coffee cake.
Bake for 38-42 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean with only a few crumbs left on the toothpick.
Let the coffee cake cool in the pan for 15 minutes before removing and cooling for another 15. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Store leftover coffee cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days. To freeze, place cake slices in an airtight container and freeze for up to 1 month. Let the cake defrost before eating.

Suggestions

Variation in Ingredients

For a vegan version, you can substitute eggs with 6 Tbsp applesauce. There are also options for your choice of sugar. While we recommend cane sugar for a light and fluffy texture, coconut sugar also works well.

You can use any store-bought gluten-free flour blend for this recipe. However, to prevent the cake from being too crumbly, we highly recommend baking with the suggested MB 1:1 Gluten-Free Flour Blend.

Best Tasting Advisory

This Gluten-free Coffee Cake tastes best when served warm or at room temperature. So, if you've frozen a batch, make sure to let them come to room temperature before you gobble them down.

These cakes are delicious as is, but you can also considering pairing them with your favorite coffee or herbal tea for a fantastic culinary experience!

Storage Tips

Properly storing the Coffee Cake ensures it retains its texture and flavor. Store leftover coffee cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days.

For a longer shelf life, you can freeze the cake slices. Just be sure to put them in an airtight container and they can last for up to a month.

Frequent Questions

Can the Gluten-free Coffee Cake be made vegan?

Yes, indeed. For a vegan version, you can replace the eggs in the recipe with 6 tablespoons of applesauce. It's also important to ensure that the sugar you use is organic if you're adhering to a strict vegan lifestyle.

Can I use regular flour instead of the Gluten-Free Flour Blend for this recipe?

The recipe specifically caters to individuals with gluten-sensitivity, hence it calls for a gluten-free flour blend. However, if gluten is not of concern to you, you can use regular all-purpose flour. Keep in mind that this may alter the texture and flavor of the final product.

Can I replace cane sugar with another type of sugar?

Yes, you can. We used cane sugar because it gives the cake a light, fluffy texture and a perfectly sweet flavor. However, we also tested with coconut sugar and found it to be a good substitute, although the cane sugar version was preferred.

What can I serve with the Gluten-free Coffee Cake?

The coffee cake pairs beautifully with your morning coffee or afternoon tea. It's also a great addition to your brunch spread. If you'd like to be a little more indulgent, a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream or a dollop of coconut cream would go wonderfully.

How to prevent the Gluten-Free Coffee Cake from getting crumbly?

The gluten-free flour blend you choose can impact the texture of your cake. The MB 1:1 Gluten-Free Flour Blend is particularly recommended for this recipe as it prevents the cake from being too crumbly. Store-bought blends may render a bit more crumbly texture.