Low Sugar Vegan Coffee Cake Muffins

Total time47 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time22 min

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Ingredients

12 servings

For the flax eggs

2 tbsp ground flaxseed
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6 tbsp water

For the streusel

½ cup packed light brown sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Brown-sugar replacements vary in moisture, spread, and browning, so follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp ground cinnamon
3 tbsp vegan butter, cold and cut into small pieces

For the muffins

2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup organic cane sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp salt
1 cup plant-based milk
⅓ cup neutral oil (such as canola oil or sunflower oil)
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, stir together the ground flaxseed and 6 tbsp water until combined. Set aside for 5 minutes, until the mixture thickens to a gel.
2
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.

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