Dairy-Free Powdered Sugar Pastry
Indulge in the flaky, perfectly sweet texture of this Dairy-Free Powdered Sugar Pastry—a delightful alternative to traditional pastry crusts. Made with vegan butter and powdered sugar, this recipe achieves a tender, melt-in-your-mouth foundation ideal for pies, tarts, or any creative dessert centerpiece. With simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold water, and a hint of vanilla extract, this easy-to-follow pastry comes together in just 20 minutes, plus a brief chill time to set the dough. It’s baked to golden perfection, offering a light and airy texture that’s free from dairy yet rich in flavor. Whether you’re crafting a fruit tart or a custard-filled masterpiece, this versatile dairy-free pastry is sure to elevate your baking game. Perfect for vegans and those seeking dairy-free baking options, this recipe delivers reliability and delicious results every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Vegan butter (cold)
- 4 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt to ensure there are no lumps.
Cut the cold vegan butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture.
Using a pastry cutter or a fork, cut the vegan butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the vanilla extract to the cold water.
Gradually add the cold water mixture into the flour and butter mixture, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork after each addition.
Continue to mix until the dough begins to come together but is not sticky. You may not need all of the water.
Once the dough comes together, form it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to fit your baking dish. Aim for an even 1/8 inch thickness.
Transfer the rolled-out dough into your baking dish by carefully rolling it onto your rolling pin and unrolling it over the dish.
Gently press the dough into the dish and trim any excess from the edges.
Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork to prevent bubbling.
Line the pastry with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans to prevent the crust from puffing up.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges start to turn lightly golden.
Remove the weights and parchment paper, and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until the bottom appears set.
Cool completely on a wire rack before filling with your choice of dairy-free custard, fruit, or other sweet fillings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 141.8 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.4 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1740 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.4 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.4 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 269 mg | 6% | |
*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.
