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Vegan alternative to puff pastry
Short answer
Vegetable-fat puff pastry (most supermarket blocks are already vegan) is the best all-round replacement for puff pastry — tarts, pies, sausage rolls. 1:1.
Why puff pastry isn't vegan
Usually laminated with butter.
Best vegan substitutes
| Substitute | Best for |
|---|---|
| Vegetable-fat puff pastry (most supermarket blocks are already vegan) | Tarts, pies, sausage rolls |
| Vegan block butter rough-puff | Homemade |
Conversion ratio
1:1.
Pro tip
Check the ready-rolled sheets: the standard frozen block is nearly always vegan while the 'all-butter' version isn't.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the best vegan alternative to puff pastry?
- Vegetable-fat puff pastry (most supermarket blocks are already vegan) is the closest all-round swap — tarts, pies, sausage rolls. 1:1.
- Why isn't puff pastry vegan?
- Usually laminated with butter.
- How much do I use instead of puff pastry?
- 1:1.
- Any tips for getting it right?
- Check the ready-rolled sheets: the standard frozen block is nearly always vegan while the 'all-butter' version isn't.
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