Description
Enjoy a moist and tender Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake made with plant-based cream cheese, fresh blueberries, and a delicate crumb. This easy-to-make breakfast treat offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and rich flavors, ideal for brunch, breakfast, or a delightful snack alongside tea or coffee.
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Filling
- 1 cup plant-based cream cheese
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Add-ins
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: Blend the plant-based cream cheese with granulated sugar, vanilla extract (natural), and natural gelling agent until smooth and spreadable to create a creamy filling that will blend perfectly into the cake layers.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda until evenly combined to ensure even rising and a tender crumb.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer or hand whisk, cream the softened plant-based butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, forming the base for your batter.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix the plant-based milk, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract (natural) into the creamed butter and sugar, activating the leavening agents and incorporating flavor.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients and Blueberries: Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients to maintain airiness, then carefully fold in the fresh blueberries to distribute their juicy sweetness without crushing them.
- Assemble and Bake: Layer half of the batter into a prepared baking pan, spread the cream cheese filling evenly over it, then top with the remaining batter. Bake at 350°F (175°C) until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, approximately 40-45 minutes.
Notes
- Use room temperature plant-based butter and cream cheese for smooth mixing and even texture.
- Do not overmix the batter; fold ingredients gently to keep the cake light and tender.
- Prefer fresh blueberries over frozen to avoid extra moisture and sogginess.
- Use a 9×9 inch or similar baking pan for even baking and structure.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to set flavors and avoid crumbling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/9 of cake)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: blueberry, cream cheese, coffee cake, plant-based, breakfast, brunch, plant-based cream cheese, moist cake, vegan coffee cake