So here we are, reinventing the classic apple pie because regular just isn’t cutting it anymore. Enter: Coffee-Streusel Apple Pie. She’s bold. She’s flaky. She’s got caffeine. And she doesn’t care if it’s breakfast, dessert, or your third emotional snack of the day. That toasty streusel topping? It’s got coffee in it, babe—because who wants plain crumbs when you can have crunchy, mocha-laced fabulousness? This vegan twist ditches the dairy drama, embraces cozy spice, and still serves a whole lot of glam. Your oven’s about to smell like a fall-scented candle with ambition. Bring a fork and your sass.
Coffee-Streusel Apple Pie
A warm, cozy vegan apple pie with a crunchy coffee-infused streusel topping that gives “grandma’s pie” a well-caffeinated makeover.
Ingredients
For the filling:
- 4 cups peeled sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tbsp brewed coffee strong and sassy
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 ½ tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the streusel topping:
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup coconut oil solid, not melted
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp finely ground coffee
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
For the crust (use store-bought vegan crust or make your own):
- 1 vegan pie crust unbaked
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), because pie waits for no woman.
- In a bowl, toss sliced apples with brewed coffee, maple syrup, coconut sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, and salt.
- Let that sit while you pretend it’s marinating like a main character.
- Press vegan crust into a pie dish and crimp edges like the baking queen you are.
- Pour apple mixture into the crust, evenly spreading the drama.
- In another bowl, mix oats, almond flour, brown sugar, coconut oil, coffee, cinnamon, and salt until crumbly.
- Sprinkle streusel topping generously over the apple filling. You’re not stingy.
- Bake for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly and smells like you have your life together.
- Let cool slightly before slicing, or risk molten fruit mouth.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 10%
- Potassium: 7%
- Calcium: 5%
- Vitamin C: 6%
- Magnesium: 8%
Extra Notes & Tips for Flavor Drama
- Use espresso powder in the streusel for a punchier mocha vibe.
- Add chopped pecans to the topping if you’re feeling crunchy and fancy.
- Want it sweeter? Drizzle with vegan caramel sauce post-bake—no one’s judging.
- Store leftovers in the fridge, but let’s be honest: there won’t be leftovers.
- Serve with vegan vanilla ice cream for full “pie à la OMG” effect.
This Coffee-Streusel Apple Pie is caffeine-laced comfort disguised as dessert. Bold. Cozy. And just the right amount of extra—like you. 💁♀️
