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Vegan Braided Sweet Bread with Vanilla

The Perfect Easter Braid Without Eggs or Butter.

20 Min.

Preparation

1. Prepare the yeast dough:
Gently warm the plant milk (lukewarm, not hot!). Stir in the yeast, sugar, and vanilla sugar and let it sit briefly. Place the flour and salt in a large bowl, then add the yeast mixture and the softened vegan margarine.

2. Knead the dough:
Knead for at least 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should be soft but not sticky.

3. Let it rise:
Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 2 hours, or until doubled in size.

4. Braid the dough:
Briefly knead again and divide into three equal strands. Roll into 35–40 cm ropes and braid them carefully.

5. Bake:
Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Optionally brush with plant milk.
Bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.


Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 289 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 47 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Fat: 8 g

Ingredients:

(Serves 10)

  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 100 g sugar
  • 1 packet dry yeast
  • 1 packet vanilla sugar
  • 280 ml plant milk (e.g., oat or soy milk)
  • 100 g vegan margarine (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp salt
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