Coffee and Walnut Loaf Cake
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Coffee and Walnut Loaf Cake
Description
The cake uses flax meal and water as an egg substitute, combined with vegan butter, brown sugar, and neutral oil to create a tender vegan base. Instant coffee dissolved in water infuses the batter with a subtle coffee taste that permeates the crumb. All-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder provide lift and structure, while white vinegar adds acidity to help the cake rise slightly.
Folded walnuts contribute texture and a nutty flavor complementing the coffee. Once baked in a loaf pan and cooled, the cake is topped with a glaze made from powdered sugar, instant coffee, water, and vanilla extract, which provides a smooth, coffee-flavored sweetness. Extra crushed walnuts garnish the glaze for an attractive finish.
This loaf pairs well with coffee or tea and can serve as a plant-based dessert or snack. Measuring flour correctly and avoiding overmixing preserve the cake's moist texture. Adjusting coffee concentration in the batter can strengthen the coffee flavor.
Use quality coffee and vanilla for best results, and ensure the loaf cools completely before glazing to prevent melting or sliding of the topping.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons flax meal
- 6 tablespoons water warm
- 1 ½ tablespoons instant coffee
- 1 cup of water
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup vegan butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup neutral oil
- 1 cup walnuts plus 1 tablespoon for garnish, crushed
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ to 1 tablespoons instant coffee
- 3 tablespoons of water
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. and lightly grease a bread loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, mix the flax meal and water. Set aside for 5 minutes.
- In a glass, mix the water and instant coffee. Set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, mix together the sugar and vegan butter. Then, add the rest of the ingredients except the walnuts.
- Fold the 1 cup of walnuts into the batter and pour it into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes. Test by sticking a toothpick in the middle. If the toothpick comes out dry, the loaf is done.
- While the loaf if baking, combine all the ingredients for the glaze in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Transfer to a cooking rack and allow it to cook completely before adding the glaze, then spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of walnuts on top of the loaf.
Notes
- Use high-quality instant coffee and walnuts for the best flavor balance in the loaf.
- Measure flour by fluffing, spooning into the cup, and leveling to avoid dense texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a dry, tough cake.
- Increase the amount of instant coffee dissolved in water if a stronger coffee flavor is desired.
- Allow the loaf to cool completely before applying glaze and walnut garnish to prevent slipping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1loaf
Amount Per Serving
Calories 4484 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 4484kcal | 224% |
| Carbohydrates | 459g | 153% |
| Protein | 49g | 98% |
| Fat | 285g | 438% |
| Saturated Fat | 33g | 165% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 120g | 706% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 124g | 620% |
| Trans Fat | 16g | 800% |
| Sodium | 6836mg | 285% |
| Potassium | 1494mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 20g | 80% |
| Sugar | 228g | 456% |
| Vitamin A | 23IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 2444mg | 244% |
| Iron | 22mg | 122% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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