Vegan Croissant

These Vegan Croissants are flaky, buttery, and perfect for a delightful French breakfast. Made with plant-based ingredients, they offer a guilt-free indulgence that pairs wonderfully with coffee or tea.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Active dry yeast - 7 grams
• Granulated sugar - 15 grams
• Salt - 5 grams
• Plant-based milk (unsweetened) - 150 ml
• Vegan butter - 100 grams (cold)
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Apple cider vinegar - 5 ml
• Vegan egg wash (plant-based milk mixed with a bit of turmeric) - 30 ml

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix the warm plant-based milk with the active dry yeast and sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. While the dough is rising, place the cold vegan butter between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out into a rectangle about 1 cm thick. Chill in the refrigerator until the dough has risen.
5. After the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle about 1 cm thick on a floured surface. Place the chilled vegan butter in the center and fold the dough over it, sealing the edges.
6. Roll the dough out again into a larger rectangle, then fold it into thirds (like a letter). Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to relax the gluten.
7. Repeat the rolling and folding process two more times for a total of three folds, refrigerating for 30 minutes between each fold.
8. After the final fold, roll the dough out into a large rectangle, then cut it into triangles. Roll each triangle from the base to the tip to form a croissant shape.
9. Place the croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush them with the vegan egg wash and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
10. Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Bake the croissants for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• Dairy-free and cholesterol-free, making it heart-healthy.
• Contains fiber from whole grains, promoting digestive health.

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