Okay, let’s just clear the air — there are zero shrimp in this shrimp cocktail. Because we don’t need sea bugs to be classy. This vegan twist swaps crustaceans for hearts of palm that taste just like the real thing — without hurting Nemo’s cousin. Pair it with a crumbly, cinnamon-swirled vegan coffee cake, and you’ve got elegance on a plate. Because nothing says “I’ve got my life together” like chilled faux seafood followed by dessert. It’s brunch, it’s a power move, and it doesn’t smell like low tide. You’re welcome.
Shrimp Cocktail with Coffee Cake
A chilled vegan shrimp cocktail made from hearts of palm with zesty sauce, served with moist cinnamon coffee cake. Bold, balanced, and bougie.
Ingredients
Vegan “Shrimp” Cocktail:
- 1 can hearts of palm sliced into shrimp shapes
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 1 tbsp horseradish
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
- Pinch sea salt
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- Lemon wedges for garnish
Vegan Coffee Cake:
- 1½ cups flour
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup almond milk
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp maple syrup for swirl
Instructions
For Vegan Shrimp Cocktail:
- Slice hearts of palm into half-moons to mimic shrimp shape.
- In a bowl, whisk ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire, and salt.
- Toss hearts of palm gently in sauce.
- Chill for 10 minutes.
- Serve in a cocktail glass with parsley and lemon.
For Coffee Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Whisk almond milk, coconut oil, and vanilla together.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures until smooth.
- Pour into greased pan and swirl in maple syrup.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until golden.
- Cool before slicing and claiming your crown.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Iron: 17%
- Calcium: 12%
- Folate: 15%
- Magnesium: 10%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a splash of hot sauce to the cocktail for drama.
- Top coffee cake with crushed pecans if you’re feeling luxurious.
- Serve the cocktail in a martini glass to feel extra.
- Coffee cake leftovers taste even better at midnight.
- Optional: pair with bold lipstick and zero regrets
