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easy vegan puff pastry
Pamela Dunlap

Easy Vegan Puff Pastry Recipe

Before we dive into our easy vegan puff pastry recipe, let’s brainstorm some delicious pairings. This flaky pastry is incredibly versatile.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 36 g chickpea brine
  • ¼ cup + 1 tbsp cacao butter
  • tsp white miso paste
  • 2 ¼ tbsp cold-pressed olive oil
  • cup neutral coconut oil
  • ½ tsp nutritional yeast
  • Vegan Puff Pastry:
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 ⅓ cups all-purpose pastry flour
  • 95 ml ice-cold filtered water
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • 160 g homemade or store-bought vegan butter from the butter recipe above

Equipment

  • medium bowl

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the melted cacao butter, coconut oil, olive oil, chickpea brine, and white miso paste. Whisk until smooth. Add nutritional yeast for an extra layer of flavor. Set this butter aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in the vegan butter mixture along with the apple cider vinegar and ice-cold water. Use a fork to mix until the dough comes together.
  3. Once combined, transfer the dough onto a floured surface. Knead it gently for about one minute. You want a smooth consistent texture—just don’t overdo it.
  4. Flatten the dough into a rectangle with your hands. Use a rolling pin to extend it, maintaining even thickness. Ensure that the dough is about ½ inch thick.
  5. Fold the dough into thirds, like folding a letter. Wrap it in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps develop those flaky layers.
  6. Remove the dough and repeat the rolling and folding process two more times. This is where the magic of layers happens! Refrigerate for another 30 minutes before using.
  7. Once chilled, roll it out one final time for your desired thickness. Cut and shape as needed for your recipes.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 29.5gSaturated Fat: 9.8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 316mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • Keep Ingredients Cold: The temperatures of your butter and water are crucial. Cold ingredients help maintain a flaky texture.
  • Use High-Quality Flour: Quality matters. Opt for all-purpose or pastry flour to achieve the best results.
  • Don’t Overwork the Dough: Handle the dough as little as possible to avoid tough pastry.
  • Rest Time is Key: Make sure to chill the dough adequately. This step is essential for flakiness.
  • Experiment with Fillings: Once you master the base recipe, get creative with fillings. The options are limitless!

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