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Low-fat Vegan Coffee Cake Recipe

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This low-fat and vegan coffee cake uses applesauce for moisture and a healthy amount of spices for flavor. Perfect for a weekend vegan brunch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup vegan margarine
  • 2 cups applesauce
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 cups wheat bran flakes or oat bran
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Preparation:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and grease the bottom of a 9-inch square baking pan.

In a large saucepan, heat the vegan margarine and applesauce together until margarine is melted. Remove from heat.

Add the remaining ingredients and mix until well combined, then pour into baking pan.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Enjoy!

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