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Coconut-Almond Sweet Rolls (Vegan)

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Soft and fluffy vegan sweet rolls filled with a rich coconut and almond mixture, finished with a light glaze and crunchy almond topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 9–12 rolls
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: International
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm coconut milk
  • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • ¼ cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons shredded coconut
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil, softened
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 23 tablespoons coconut milk (for glaze)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
  2. Add warm coconut milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract, mixing into a soft dough.
  3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
  4. Mix coconut sugar, almond flour, shredded coconut, coconut oil, and almond extract for the filling.
  5. Roll dough into a rectangle and spread filling evenly.
  6. Roll into a log and cut into 9–12 pieces.
  7. Place in a greased baking dish, cover, and let rise for 30–40 minutes.
  8. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
  9. Mix glaze ingredients and drizzle over slightly cooled rolls.
  10. Top with sliced almonds and serve.

Notes

  • Use almond or oat milk if coconut milk is unavailable.
  • Add vegan chocolate chips or dried fruit for variation.
  • Replace almond extract with orange blossom water for a floral twist.
  • Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
  • Freeze without glaze for up to 2 months and reheat before serving.
  • Avoid overbaking to keep rolls soft.

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