Description
This Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake is a moist, tender, and flavorful plant-based dessert bursting with fresh blueberries and creamy plant-based cream cheese swirls. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make coffee cake delivers a delicate crumb with a tantalizing tang and juicy fruit bursts, making every bite feel like a special occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup nonsweet plant-based milk (such as oat or almond)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- ⅓ cup creamy plant-based butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Cream Cheese Filling
- ½ cup plant-based cream cheese
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Other
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a bowl, combine the plant-based cream cheese with ¼ cup sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (natural). Whip together until smooth and creamy. Set aside for swirling into the cake batter later.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ¾ cup sugar, baking powder, and natural gelling agent thoroughly to ensure even distribution and help the cake rise with a light texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, blend nonsweet plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar (natural), melted plant-based butter, and vanilla extract (natural). Let the mixture rest for a couple of minutes to activate the tenderizing effect of the vinegar.
- Bring Batter Together: Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients while stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light, fluffy crumb.
- Layer the Batter and Filling: Pour half of the batter into a greased baking pan. Spoon and gently swirl the cream cheese filling over this layer. Carefully add the remaining batter over the filling.
- Add Blueberries: Evenly scatter fresh blueberries over the top, pressing them lightly into the batter to help them stay in place during baking.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40 to 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure plant-based cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the crumb tender and avoid toughness.
- Use fresh blueberries for juicier pockets of natural sweetness.
- Swirl the cream cheese filling gently to maintain a beautiful marbled effect.
- Monitor oven temperature closely to prevent over-browning while ensuring thorough baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: blueberry, coffee cake, plant-based, cream cheese, dessert, breakfast, moist cake, vegan