Vegan Pain Au Chocolat Recipe

Best vegan pain au chocolat recipe you’ll ever make! With 3 simple ingredients, you can make the tastiest vegan chocolate croissants, aka vegan pain au chocolat! If you have ever been to France or want a piece of fresh boulangerie pastries at home, this recipe will bring a little more sweetness to your home.

Related Recipe: Vegan Breakfast Pastries

This recipe makes about 8 pain au chocolate so if you want more vegan chocolate crosissants, increase the size by doubling up the recipe.

Tips:

• You can replace the chocolate with any jam or chocolate of your choice.
• You can replace maple syrup with any of your go-to sweeteners.
• Pair this recipe with your fav coffee – you can thank me later.

Ingredients For Pain Au Chocolat (Vegan)

• Puff Pastry / Phyllo Pastry Sheets (vegan-friendly)
• Vegan Butter
• Vegan ChocolateOptional but recommended ingredients:
• Non-dairy milk
• Maple Syrup

KITCHEN EQUIPMENT:

• Cutting Board
• Knife
• Sauce Bowls
• Baking Sheet
• Cooling Rack

How To Make: Vegan Pain Au Chocolat

This Beyond Meatballs recipe is made with puff pastry or phyllo pastry sheets that are vegan-friendly (just look for any that don’t have dairy or eggs), vegan butter and vegan chocolate chips! It’s that simple! If you also have non-dairy milk and maple syrup at home, even better!

1. To begin making your vegan pain au chocolat, Preheat the oven to 375F, and grease or line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat.

2. Roll out the puff pastry into a long rectangle, about 12 in x 8 in, and brush the entire surface with melted (but no longer hot) vegan butter. Slice the pastry along the short edge into 8 long strips.

3. Place a piece of vegan chocolate or some chocolate chips on one end of each strip and use that end to roll up the strips. Once rolled, place them into the prepared baking sheet.

4. In a small bowl, mix together the non-dairy milk and maple syrup, and brush the tops of each pastry. This is optional but recommended!

5. Bake the vegan chocolate croissants for about 20-25 mins, or until golden brown and then transfer the pain au chocolat to a wire cooling rack.

Voila! Easy vegan croissants!

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Vegan Pain Au Chocolat

Best vegan pain au chocolat recipe you’ll ever make! With 3 ingredients, you can make the tastiest vegan chocolate croissants, aka vegan pain au chocolat!

Course Breakfast

Cuisine French, Vegan

Keyword chocolate, Croissants, pastry

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 23 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Equipment

• 1 Cutting Board
• 1 Knife
• 1 Sauce Bowl
• 1 Baking Sheet
• 1 Cooling Rack

Ingredients

• 1 sheet puff pastry vegan-friendly
• 1/4 cup vegan butter melted
• 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips or pieces broken up
• 2 tbsp non-dairy milk optional
• 1 tbsp maple syrup optional

Instructions

• To begin making your vegan pain au chocolat, Preheat the oven to 375F, and grease or line a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat.
• Roll out the puff pastry into a long rectangle, about 12 in x 8 in, and brush the entire surface with melted (but no longer hot) vegan butter. Slice the pastry along the short edge into 8 long strips.
• Place a piece of vegan chocolate or some chocolate chips on one end of each strip and use that end to roll up the strips. Once rolled, place them into the prepared baking sheet.
• In a small bowl, mix together the non-dairy milk and maple syrup, and brush the tops of each pastry. This is optional but recommended!
• Bake the vegan chocolate croissants for about 20-25 mins, or until golden brown and then transfer the pain au chocolat to a wire cooling rack.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it OK to eat too much meat if you are on a plant-based lifestyle?

A plant-based diet does not allow for any meat. This diet eliminates all animal products including poultry, fish, and meat. Many vegan substitutes offer the same flavor without using animal products. For example, soy-based meats such as tofu, seitan (wheat gluten), tempeh (fermented soybeans), and mock duck made from mushrooms can mimic the taste of traditional meat dishes. Vegetarian burgers made from black beans and quinoa are very similar to beef burgers. Vegan alternatives include tofu mayo, coconut bacon strips and eggplant bacon bits. Vegetarian hot dogs can also be made using seasoned textured soyprotein. These are excellent options for those who want to switch to a plant-based diet. They're flavorful, protein-packed, and don't contain any animal products.

What happens if you stop eating meat?

There are many changes that will occur when you give up meat. The transition from animal protein to plant-based proteins (beans, legumes beans, whole grains, nuts and soy-based products) can lead to a diet that is higher in fiber, lower in saturated fat, and possibly more healthy. This could improve heart health as well as your digestive health. Due to better digestion and the elimination inflammatory foods such as animal proteins, you might experience an increase in energy. Even if you don't eat animal proteins, your moods might become more stable. It is becoming more popular to switch to a plant-based diet to reduce environmental damage from factory farming.

How do you replace the meat in a plant based diet?

There are many creative vegan alternatives that can replace meat in a plantbased diet. Tofu and seitan (wheat Gluten), tempeh or fermented soybeans can mimic traditional meats. Vegetarian vegetarian burgers made with black beans and/or quinoa taste just like beef burgers. Tofu mayo, eggplant bacon bits or coconut bacon strips; vegetable hot dogs made from seasoned textured soybean protein; and faux chicken strips made from wheat gluten are all tasty alternatives. It is possible to modify recipes to use vegetables, grains, beans and seeds as a source of nutrients and flavor. Alternative cooking methods like steaming, roasting, and grilling are also great ways to enjoy plant-based meals without sacrificing savoriness.

What can I eat instead of meat for protein?

Protein is an essential component of a healthy diet and can be found in animal- and plant-based sources. Common plant-based protein sources include legumes, nuts and seeds, grains, oats, quinoa, tofu, tempeh, beans, lentils, seitan (wheat gluten), and hemp seeds. The high amount of antioxidants in many fruits or vegetables can have anti-inflammatory effects. Oat and almond milk, two dairy substitutes that are fortified, provide a plant-based alternative to cow’s milk. Alternatives like pumpkin seeds, nutritional yeast, and other plant-based milks can provide cheesy flavors to dishes while also offering more micronutrients. Various vegan protein powders suitable for shakes or smoothies are also great for adding extra nutrition without consuming animal products.

Are supplements necessary for a plant-based diet or are they optional?

While a well-balanced plant-based diet can provide all the essential nutrients for maintaining good health, certain micronutrients are best supplemented to cover possible deficiencies. Vitamin B12 is critical for the health of the brain and nervous systems. Although it is only available from animals, supplemental forms may be beneficial to vegans or vegetarians. A lot of plant-based foods lack iron and zinc. These minerals are vital for healthy metabolism, red blood cells production, tissue growth, repair, and healthy metabolism. The normal functions of the body, including controlling inflammation and maintaining proper brain function, are also affected by omega 3 fatty acids. Because of their biochemical nature, many plant-based foods don't contain enough omega-3s. Supplementation could help restore the delicate balance. Lastly, calcium is very important to maintain strong bones but can also be found in limited amounts through plants like broccoli or kale; consider taking a separate supplement if you're struggling to meet your daily calcium goals from food alone. It is always a good idea not to introduce new supplements without first consulting your doctor.

Statistics

• Another found that following a diet rich in plant foods and lower in animal foods was associated with a 16 percent lower risk of cardiovascular disease and a 31 to 32 percent lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease. (everydayhealth.com)
• A study found that livestock provides just 18 percent of calories consumed globally but takes up 83 percent of farmland. (forksoverknives.com)

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How To

How to cook plant-based meals that are delicious and filling?

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While staying vegan, you can try new flavor combinations. For example, chili powder or cayenne pepper are great spices to add flavor and color to your dishes. Whole foods can transform bland plant-based meals into delicious, flavorful meals in minutes. You can use beans instead of "meats" and roasted butternut squash as an alternative to french fries. Finally, if all else fails, you can always make something new with leftovers from the previous week!

You can have a delicious, plant-based diet with these tips without having to sacrifice flavor or nutritional content. Get cooking!

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