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Vegan coffee muffins

Irresistibly Soft Vegan Coffee Muffins for All Coffee Lovers

These Vegan Coffee Muffins are a delightful blend of rich coffee and sweet indulgence, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Walnuts Can substitute with almonds or hazelnuts.
  • 1 cup Dried Plums Can be replaced with dried apricots or cranberries.
  • 1 cup Plant-Based Milk (Soy Milk) Almond or oat milk can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Instant Coffee Adjust quantity based on preference.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Customize the amount to taste.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 large Ripe Banana Ensure it’s very ripe.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil like canola works well.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder Optional, can be omitted.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh.

Equipment

  • Muffin tray
  • Mixing bowls
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Coffee Muffins
  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C (356 °F) and prepare a muffin tray.
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  2. Toast the walnuts in a dry pan for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
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  3. Chop the dried plums into small pieces.
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  4. Heat the plant-based milk, then stir in instant coffee, sugar, and salt until dissolved.
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  5. Mash the ripe banana in a bowl, then add the coffee mixture and vegetable oil.
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  6. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder in another bowl.
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  7. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
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  8. Gently fold in the toasted walnuts and chopped dried plums.
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  9. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full with batter.
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  10. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.

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