Indulge in the irresistible aroma of these Dairy-Free Cardamom Buns, a plant-based twist on a classic Swedish treat. Packed with warm, fragrant cardamom and layered with a rich vegan butter and brown sugar filling, these golden-brown buns are delightfully soft and fluffy. Perfectly crafted using almond milk and vegetable oil, this recipe ensures a fluffy texture and mouthwatering flavor without any dairy. With a prep time of only 45 minutes and a generous yield of 12 buns, these dairy-free pastries are ideal for a cozy brunch or an afternoon tea. Serve them warm, fresh out of the oven, and enjoy the subtle spice and sweetness in every biteβa delicious indulgence that's completely vegan-friendly!
Warm the almond milk to about 37Β°C (98Β°F), ensuring it's not too hot to touch. Pour it into a mixing bowl and sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top. Add 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar to help activate the yeast.
Let the yeast mixture sit for about 5-10 minutes, until frothy.
Add the vanilla extract, remaining granulated sugar, and salt to the yeast mixture.
In a separate large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring to combine with a wooden spoon until a dough begins to form.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling by mixing the softened vegan butter and brown sugar in a small bowl until well combined.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently to release some of the air. Turn it out onto a floured surface and roll it into a rectangle about 1 cm thick.
Spread the brown sugar and butter mixture evenly over the dough rectangle.
Roll the dough up tightly from one long edge to the other, forming a log. Slice the log into 12 equal pieces.
Place the pieces cut-side up into a lightly greased baking pan or onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cover the buns with a cloth and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
While the buns are rising, preheat your oven to 190Β°C (375Β°F).
Brush the tops of the buns with the vegetable oil to help them brown nicely in the oven.
Bake the buns for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your dairy-free cardamom buns warm!
Calories |
3475 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 113.0 g | 145% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.2 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3169 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 553.6 g | 201% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 167.5 g | ||
| Protein | 56.0 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 24.9 mg | 138% | |
| Potassium | 856 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.