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Vegan Sweet Potato Coffee Cake

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A moist and spiced coffee cake made with sweet potatoes, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 150 minutes
  • Total Time: 165 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (cooked and cooled)
  • 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1/2 cup oats (quick or rolled)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Cook sweet potatoes until soft, then mash and let cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, almond milk, coconut sugar, and melted coconut oil. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, mix together flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. If using, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
  5. Grease your slow cooker with a bit of coconut oil and pour the batter in.
  6. Cover and cook on low for about 120 to 150 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool for a few minutes before slicing. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature!

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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