Dairy-Free Argentine Facturas (Sweet Pastries)

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 2 1/4 tsp Instant Yeast
• 1/2 cup Sugar
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Plant-Based Milk
• 1/2 cup Plant-Based Butter
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1/4 cup Apricot Jam
• 2 tbsp Shredded Coconut
• 1 tbsp Sugar

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
2. 2In a saucepan, heat the plant-based milk and plant-based butter until the butter is melted. Let cool slightly.
3. 3Add the dairy-free milk mixture and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
4. 4Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
5. 5Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
6. 6Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
7. 7Shape each piece into your desired factura shape (e.g., medialunas, vigilantes).
8. 8Place the facturas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
9. 9Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
10. 10Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. 11While still warm, brush the facturas with apricot jam and sprinkle with shredded coconut and sugar.

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