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Vegan Pistachio Coffee Cake

Delicious Vegan Pistachio Coffee Cake for Cozy Brunches

This Vegan Pistachio Coffee Cake is a moist dessert perfect for brunch, pairing rich coffee and cardamom with a delightful pistachio topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup granulated sugar coconut sugar can be used as a less refined option
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure freshness for optimal results
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom can be replaced with cinnamon
  • 1 cup vegan yogurt can use unsweetened applesauce as a replacement
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil can replace with melted coconut oil
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk (almond milk) any unsweetened non-dairy milk can be used
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar can use lemon juice as an alternative
  • 1 cup pistachios freshly ground for better flavor
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee omit for a milder cake
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar optional for dusting or creating a sweet glaze
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  • 2 tablespoons oil

Equipment

  • 9-inch round baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients by pouring the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently.
  5. Fold in the chopped pistachios carefully.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Mix together the topping ingredients and sprinkle on top of the batter.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 50–55 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 5mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a creamy batter and ensure not to overmix to maintain fluffiness.

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