Vegan Puff Pastry Croissants
Learn how to make vegan puff pastry croissants with this easy recipe. Flaky, buttery, and delicious – perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of vegan puff pastry either store-bought or homemade.
- 1/4 cup vegan butter solid at room temperature
- 1/4 cup non-dairy milk almond, oat, or soy
- Optional: Add a touch of maple syrup a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a hint of lemon zest for extra flavor.
- A pinch of salt if using unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using store-bought puff pastry, simply thaw the dough as per the package instructions. Once thawed, lightly flour your work surface and roll the dough out to about 1/8-inch thick.
- Cut the rolled-out dough into long strips, then divide each strip into triangle shapes. The wider base of the triangle will be the starting point for rolling.
- Take each triangle and roll it up tightly, starting from the wide end and working your way to the tip.
- Don’t roll it too tight—let the dough have some room to expand in the oven.
- Place the croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them out evenly.
- Brush the tops of each croissant with non-dairy milk for a golden, glossy finish. Optionally, you can lightly drizzle with maple syrup for a sweet touch.
- Place the croissants in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and puffed up. Keep an eye on them after 15 minutes to prevent burning.
- After baking, let them cool for a few minutes before serving and enjoying. Enjoy the flaky, buttery goodness!
Notes
- If you want extra flaky croissants, be sure to keep the dough cold while working with it. Refrigerate the dough between rolling and shaping to maintain the layers.
- Add cinnamon or lemon zest to the dough for a different flavor profile. You can also brush the croissants with a bit of maple syrup for a subtle sweetness.
- Serve with your favorite jam, vegan butter, or just enjoy them on their own.