Vegan Pandesal

Soft, fluffy, and completely dairy-free, this Vegan Pandesal recipe is a plant-based twist on the classic Filipino breakfast bread. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, coconut oil, and a touch of vegan sugar, these rolls are perfectly tender on the inside with a crisp breadcrumb coating on the outside. The dough is patiently kneaded and left to rise to achieve its signature airy texture, making it ideal for pairing with coffee, spreads, or hearty fillings. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven or as an afternoon snack, these golden bread rolls are sure to delight. Perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, this recipe is your go-to for homemade bread with a Filipino flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 0.5 cups Vegan sugar
• 1 packets Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cups Coconut oil (melted)
• 0.5 cups Bread crumbs

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine warm water (not exceeding 110°F) and a tablespoon of the sugar. Stir until dissolved, then sprinkle the yeast over the water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 3 3/4 cups flour, remaining sugar, and salt.

Step 3

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the activated yeast mixture and melted coconut oil.

Step 4

Using a wooden spoon or your hands, mix until the dough starts to come together.

Step 5

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until it becomes soft and elastic. Add a bit of the reserved flour as needed if the dough is too sticky, but keep it as moist as possible.

Step 6

Place the kneaded dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch the dough down to deflate and transfer it back to the floured surface.

Step 8

Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and shape each piece into a smooth ball.

Step 9

Roll each ball in breadcrumbs until fully coated.

Step 10

Place the coated dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space in between.

Step 11

Cover the baking sheet with a cloth and let the dough balls rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Step 12

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 13

Bake the pandesal in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2950.9

Total Fat 67.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2770.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 526.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 123.6g
Protein 59.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 170.5mg	0%
Iron 26.0mg	0%
Potassium 766.5mg	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: 20.5%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 71.5%