Best Pecan Coffee Cake
This pecan coffee cake combines buttery richness with crunchy pecans for a decadent dessert or breakfast treat that’s anything but ordinary.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegan butter or regular butter
- 1 cup plant-based milk or dairy milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup vegan butter or regular butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine sugar, butter, plant-based milk, vanilla, and apple cider vinegar.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
- For the streusel topping, combine pecans, sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter. Mix until crumbly.
- Pour the batter into the pan and sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over it.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes, slice, and enjoy.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Calcium: 4%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Top with a drizzle of vegan glaze or icing for extra sweetness.
- Use toasted pecans for added flavor and crunch.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter, or it could turn out dense.
- Let the cake cool before cutting to avoid a messy slice.