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Hey dessert fans! It's time to make some yummy vegan desserts with puff pastry. All these recipes are simple and delicious! Scroll on to be inspired...
Don't you just love the convenience of store-bought puff pastry!
Traditional puff pastry often contains butter.
But there's quite a few accidentally vegan options available such as Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry, or Jus Rol Chilled Puff Pastry Sheets. There are even some vegan and gluten-free options, such as Schar Gluten-Free Puff Pastry Dough.
We've gathered together 15 fab ideas for vegan sweet treats you can make with puff pastry! Enjoy...
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- Tarts
- Pastries and danishes
- More ideas
Tarts
One of the easiest things you can make with a sheet of puff pastry is a tart. Here are five great ideas for you to try:
Vegan Puff Pastry Apple Tart
You only need 5 ingredients to create this amazing apple tart! A great fall dessert for sharing.
At a glance: Buttery, tender, rustic
Effort: Low
Time: 45 minutes minutes
Recipe by: vegandessertideas.com
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Pear and Chocolate Tart
Pears and chocolate go together brilliantly in this simple tart. The ganache filling is easy to make with vegan chocolate and coconut milk.
At a glance: Rich, juicy, simple
Diet*: Gluten-free
Effort: Medium
Time: 1 hour
Recipe by: gohealthywithbea.com
Peaches and Cream Puff Pastry Tart
This simple tart is perfect for summer. Made with store-bought puff pastry, peaches, blueberries, and vegan cream cheese.
At a glance: Summery, juicy, simple
Effort: Medium
Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Recipe by: rainbowplantlife.com
Vegan Tarte Tatin
This stunning dessert features tender apples in a rich caramel sauce, baked beneath a layer of homemade vegan puff pastry.
At a glance: Classic, elegant, buttery
Effort: Medium
Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Recipe by: www.fromthecomfortofmybowl.com
Mini Vegan Fruit Tarts With Puff Pastry
These mini vegan fruit tarts are so pretty and perfect for parties. Great for using up a variety of fruits.
At a glance: Fruity, fun, individual
Effort: Medium
Time: 35 minutes
Recipe by: www.worldofvegan.com
Frozen puff pastry tips
- Vegan puff pastry is a great staple to have in the freezer.
- Thaw following the package instructions, or at room temperature for around 40 minutes or in the fridge for about 4 hours.
- Don't try to unfold or unroll it too soon, as it can crack or tear.
Pastries and danishes
Flaky puff pastry is perfect for making a variety of vegan danishes and other sweet treats. Try these yummy recipes:
Vegan Apple Turnovers
These puffy pastry turnovers are filled with a scrumptious vegan apple pie filling.
At a glance: Cinnamony, flaky, delicious
Effort: Medium
Time: 40 minutes
Recipe by: veganonboard.com
Cinnamon Puff Pastry Swirls
These puff pastry cinnamon swirls are the easiest alternative to baking a batch of vegan cinnamon rolls! Super tasty and quick to make.
At a glance: Buttery, comforting, crispy
Effort: Medium
Time: 28 minutes
Recipe by: tyberrymuch.com
Plum Pastry Recipe
These vegan puff pastries are perfect for plum season!
At a glance: Juicy, simple, tasty
Effort: Medium
Time: 35 minutes
Recipe by: www.amummytoo.co.uk
Puff Pastry Pumpkin Pie Cups
These adorable pumpkin pie cups are a breeze to make. Just 6 ingredients is all you need to make this yummy vegan Thanksgiving or fall dessert.
At a glance: Easy, spiced, bitesize
Effort: Medium
Time: 30 minutes
Recipe by: www.frieddandelions.com
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Cream Cheese Danish
These flaky danishes are so delicious for fall. Filled with a swirl of pumpkin pie filling and vegan cream cheese.
At a glance: Tangy, spiced, flaky
Effort: Medium
Time: 33 minutes
Recipe by: tyberrymuch.com
Biscoff & Chocolate Pastry Swirls
These yummy pastry swirls are filled with dark chocolate and Biscoff spread (cookie butter). A delicious vegan treat!
At a glance: Bitesize, crunchy, lightly spiced
Effort: Medium
Time: 30 minutes
Recipe by: theveganlunchbox.co.uk
Vegan Pastelitos de Guayaba
These pastries are filled with guava jelly and are a dessert popular in bakeries all over Latin America! Easy to adapt and make with any jelly you have at home.
At a glance: Fruity, flaky, simple
Effort: Low
Time: 30 minutes
Recipe by: www.frieddandelions.com
How do you get a nice golden brown finish to your puff pastry without using egg?
My favorite vegan egg wash alternative is a mixture of 2 teaspoons soy milk and 1 teaspoon maple syrup. Simply brush this mix on top of the pastry before baking.
More ideas
Here's 3 more awesome vegan puff pastry recipes you should try!
Cinnamon Palmiers
Inspired by the famous French puff pastry biscuit, these crisp cookies are easy and fun.
At a glance: Crunchy, nutty, pretty
Effort: Medium
Time: 25 minutes
Recipe by: veganonboard.com
Vegan Galette des Rois (King Cake)
This French pastry is typically enjoyed on January 6th, but it's delicious at any time of year! Two flaky layers of pastry, with a delicious almond filling.
At a glance: Nutty, rich, flaky
Effort: Medium
Time: 1 hour 30 minutes + chilling
Recipe by: www.fromthecomfortofmybowl.com
Puff Pastry Apple Cranberry Strudel
This cozy dessert is fruity and delicious. It is made with homemade cashew cream and frozen puff pastry.
At a glance: Festive, tender, cinnamony
Effort: Medium
Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Recipe by: veggiefunkitchen.com
We hope you enjoyed these yummy puff pastry recipes!
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* Diet disclaimer: Diet information is included as a helpful guide, but can't be guaranteed, especially as external websites may update their recipes. If you are catering for allergies, take care to double-check the recipe and your ingredients.
Now it's time to share your ideas...
Tell us what your favorite vegan puff pastry desserts are in the comments! Vicky x
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