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Swedish Saffron Buns (Lussekatter) - Dairy & Nut-Free recipe by Safe Plated

Swedish Saffron Buns (Lussekatter) - Dairy & Nut-Free

Traditional Swedish saffron buns, made completely dairy and nut-free for a safe and delicious holiday treat.

45m prep + 15m cook12 servings
Contains eggDAIRY-freeNUTS-free
200 cal|3g protein|35g carbs|5g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Dairy-free milk
  • 1/2 cup Vegan butter
  • 2 1/4 tsp Active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Saffron threads
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Vegan egg wash
  • 1/4 cup Raisins

Instructions

  1. 1In a small saucepan, heat dairy-free milk until lukewarm. Add saffron threads to infuse. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. 2In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in the saffron milk mixture.
  3. 3Add vegan butter, salt, and gluten-free flour. Mix until a dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes (or use a stand mixer).
  4. 4Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  5. 5Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  6. 6Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a rope and shape into an 'S' or other traditional shape.
  7. 7Place the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Press a raisin into each curl of the 'S'.
  8. 8Brush with vegan egg wash.
  9. 9Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
  10. 10Let cool slightly before serving.

Substitutions

MilkOat or soy milk(avoids Dairy)

ButterVegan butter(avoids Dairy)

Egg WashAquafaba or maple syrup(avoids Dairy)

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