Are you looking for a delicious and easy dessert to make this Passover? Look no further! This Passover coffee cake recipe is not only simple to follow but also incredibly flavorful. It's the perfect way to end a Seder meal or enjoy a sweet treat throughout the holiday. Forget complicated recipes; this one is perfect for both beginner bakers and experienced cooks looking for a quick and satisfying dessert. Let's get baking!
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup potato starch (or tapioca starch)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Streusel Topping:
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan. This ensures your coffee cake releases easily.
- Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, potato starch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Make sure there are no lumps.
- Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, applesauce, olive oil, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a tough cake.
- Add Nuts (Optional): Gently fold in the chopped nuts, if using.
- Prepare Streusel: In a small bowl, combine the almond flour, brown sugar, olive oil, and cinnamon for the streusel topping. Mix with your fingers until crumbly.
- Assemble & Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Keep an eye on it - ovens vary!
- Cool & Serve: Let the coffee cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Passover Coffee Cake:
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Using room temperature eggs and applesauce will help create a more evenly textured cake.
- Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter can lead to a tough cake. Mix until just combined.
- Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet cake, reduce the amount of sugar by 1-2 tablespoons.
- Nut Variations: Feel free to experiment with different nuts, such as pecans, macadamia nuts, or even sunflower seeds.
- Citrus Zest: Add a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest to the batter for an extra burst of flavor.
Variations:
- Chocolate Chip Passover Coffee Cake: Add ½ cup of chocolate chips to the batter.
- Apple Cinnamon Passover Coffee Cake: Add ½ cup of chopped apples and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate):
- Calories: 250-300
- Fat: 15-20g
- Protein: 5-7g
- Carbohydrates: 25-30g
- Fiber: 3-4g
This Passover coffee cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Its moist texture and delightful flavor will surely impress your family and guests. Enjoy this healthy and delicious addition to your Passover celebration! Happy baking!