Plum Coffee Cake Muffins Recipe

Name: Plum Coffee Cake Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19); 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Pinch of salt; 1/4 cup dairy-free, soy-free vegetable shortening, at room temperature; 1/2 cup canola oil; 3/4 cup light agave nectar; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; 1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce; 3 cups Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19); 3/4 teaspoon xanthan gum; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup diced plums (they should be ripe, but still firm enough to cube into centimeter-sized chunks)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1/4 cup dairy-free, soy-free vegetable shortening, at room temperature
1/2 cup canola oil
3/4 cup light agave nectar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
3 cups Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19)
3/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup diced plums (they should be ripe, but still firm enough to cube into centimeter-sized chunks)

1
Preheat the oven to 350F.
2
Line a muffin pan with 12 muffin liners.
3
To make the topping, combine the brown sugar, flour mix, cinnamon, and salt, using a fork.
4
Add the shortening, and use the fork to work it in until it forms a crumbly texture.
5
Set aside.
6
To make the muffins, in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the canola oil and agave nectar.
7
Mix on medium speed for about 20 seconds.
8
Add the vanilla, cinnamon, and allspice.
9
Mix in the applesauce.
10
In a separate bowl, combine the flour mix, xanthan gum, baking soda, and salt.
11
Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until just combined.
12
Fold in the diced plums.
13
Divide the batter evenly among the liners.
14
These muffins will be heaping.
15
Sprinkle the muffins with the crumb topping, pressing it into the batter lightly with your fingers.
16
Bake in the center of the oven for 35 minutes, or until the crumb topping is golden brown, rotating the pan halfway through.
17
Remove from the oven and let cool for about 5 minutes before gently transferring the muffins to a cooling rack.
18
These muffins are also great made with Apriums or Pluots, hybrid fruits that are part plum, part apricot.

785

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup Basic Gluten-Free Flour Mix (page 19), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, Pinch of salt, and more.

Yes, Plum Coffee Cake Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Plum Coffee Cake Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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