Description

This Pistachio Coffee Cake is a moist, fluffy, and lightly sweet treat featuring a crunchy pistachio streusel and wholesome ingredients like applesauce and yogurt. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea and easily adaptable to vegan and gluten-free diets.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup coconut sugar or regular sugar

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/3 cup plain yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)

1/4 cup neutral oil (such as avocado or vegetable oil)

1/4 cup milk of choice

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

For the Pistachio Streusel:

1/2 cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped

1/3 cup oat flour or almond flour

1/4 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar

2 tbsp coconut oil or butter, melted

1 tsp cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix the applesauce, yogurt, oil, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until incorporated.
In a small bowl, mix together the pistachios, oat or almond flour, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil or butter, and cinnamon to make the streusel.
Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle half of the streusel over it.
Add the remaining batter and top with the rest of the streusel.
Bake for 32 to 36 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the cake cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use almond flour in the streusel for a richer flavor.

Swap the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.

Add a pinch of cardamom to the streusel for extra flavor.

Drizzle with glaze after cooling for a sweeter finish.

Fold in chopped dried apricots or cranberries for a fruity twist.

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Reheat slices in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.

Freeze individual slices for longer storage; thaw and warm as needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg