Get ready for a coffee cake that will shame your regular pastries into retirement. Sweet peaches dive headfirst into a fluffy, cinnamon-laced batter. A buttery streusel crowns it all, delivering crunch and sweetness in every bite. It’s the kind of cake that pretends to be for brunch but clearly moonlights as dessert. The peaches keep things juicy, while the streusel insists on stealing the show. Pair it with coffee, tea, or a good excuse for indulgence. Why settle for average when you can have this beauty? Your taste buds will send a thank-you note.
Peach Streusel Coffee Cake
This peach streusel coffee cake is a moist, fruity delight with a crunchy cinnamon topping. Ideal for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Almond milk: 1 cup
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Maple syrup: ½ cup
- Melted coconut oil: ⅓ cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh peaches sliced: 1½ cups
For the Streusel Topping
- All-purpose flour: ½ cup
- Brown sugar: ¼ cup
- Ground cinnamon: ½ teaspoon
- Vegan butter cold: 4 tablespoons
Instructions
Prepare the Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix almond milk and apple cider vinegar; let it curdle for 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Stir in the almond milk mixture, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in peach slices carefully to avoid breaking them apart.
Make the Topping
- Combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- Add cold vegan butter and mix with a fork or hands until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
Assemble and Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface.
- Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin C: 10%
- Vitamin A: 7%
- Calcium: 5%
- Iron: 8%
- Magnesium: 6%
Additional Notes and Tips
- Use ripe peaches for the best flavor; frozen works in off-seasons.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat before serving.
