Dairy-Free Powdered Sugar Pastry

Indulge in the flaky, tender perfection of this Dairy-Free Powdered Sugar Pastry—a versatile recipe designed to elevate your favorite desserts, all while being completely dairy-free. With its unique combination of powdered sugar and vegan butter, this pastry achieves a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s ideal for both sweet tarts and pies. Crafted in just 20 minutes with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, a dash of salt, and a hint of vanilla extract, this dairy-free crust offers a delicate balance of sweetness and richness. The recipe includes essential techniques, such as chilling the dough for optimal flakiness and pre-baking with pie weights for a flawless, golden finish. Whether paired with a fruit filling, a dairy-free custard, or your go-to dessert creation, this pastry is your new go-to for plant-based baking perfection. Perfect for vegans and anyone looking for scrumptious dairy-free dessert options!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Vegan butter (cold)
• 4 tablespoons Cold water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt to ensure there are no lumps.

Step 2

Cut the cold vegan butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or a fork, cut the vegan butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract to the cold water.

Step 5

Gradually add the cold water mixture into the flour and butter mixture, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently with a fork after each addition.

Step 6

Continue to mix until the dough begins to come together but is not sticky. You may not need all of the water.

Step 7

Once the dough comes together, form it into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to an hour.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 9

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to fit your baking dish. Aim for an even 1/8 inch thickness.

Step 10

Transfer the rolled-out dough into your baking dish by carefully rolling it onto your rolling pin and unrolling it over the dish.

Step 11

Gently press the dough into the dish and trim any excess from the edges.

Step 12

Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork to prevent bubbling.

Step 13

Line the pastry with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans to prevent the crust from puffing up.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges start to turn lightly golden.

Step 15

Remove the weights and parchment paper, and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes until the bottom appears set.

Step 16

Cool completely on a wire rack before filling with your choice of dairy-free custard, fruit, or other sweet fillings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(602.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2620.4

Total Fat 141.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1740.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 303.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 118.4g
Protein 24.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 36.9mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 268.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.3%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 46.9%