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Vegan Love Letter Pastries

Decadent pastries with a flaky crust filled with chocolate and almonds, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Baking, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can experiment with different flours.
  • 1/4 cup vegan margarine Ensure margarine is at room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk Can substitute with any non-dairy milk.
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup Can experiment with alternative sweeteners.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips Can be substituted with dried fruits or fruit preserves.
  • 1/4 cup ground almonds Can use different nuts for a unique twist.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt with the vegan margarine. Mix until the texture is crumbly.
  2. Next, add the coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until the dough forms.
  3. Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thickness.
  4. Cut the rolled-out dough into rectangular shapes.
  5. On each rectangle, place a small amount of vegan chocolate chips and ground almonds.
  6. Fold the rectangles over the filling and firmly press the edges to seal.
  7. Place your pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes or until they’re golden brown.
  2. Allow them to cool before serving.

Notes

These pastries pair well with vegan whipped cream or dairy-free ice cream. Great with tea or coffee. For storage, keep in an airtight container and enjoy within three days. They can be frozen for longer freshness.