Easy Vegan Puff Pastry Dough by Harper Health Az

Ingredients

• 3 cups gluten-free flour
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 sticks (16 tablespoons) vegan butter, melted
• 1/2 cup water
• additional gluten-free flour, for dusting

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the 3 cups of gluten-free flour, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 3/4 teaspoon baking soda until well combined.
2. Melt the 2 sticks (16 tablespoons) of vegan butter in a microwave-safe bowl. This should take about 20-30 seconds per stick. Be careful not to overheat.
3. Gradually pour the melted vegan butter into the dry ingredients while whisking or mixing with a spatula until mostly incorporated. The mixture will be clumpy.
4. Turn the clumpy dough mixture out onto a clean counter or a lightly floured surface. Add about half of the 1/2 cup of water and begin to incorporate it into the dough using your hands, a bench scraper, or a knife.
5. Continue to slowly add the remaining water, a little at a time, mixing until the dough just begins to come together. The dough should be clumpy and not very cohesive at this stage.
6. Gently gather the dough into a rough ball. Place the dough ball on a piece of parchment paper or a plate, and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
7. After chilling, place the dough ball on a lightly floured surface. Use a rolling pin to flatten it into a rectangle shape. If the dough is sticky, add a little more gluten-free flour to the surface and your hands.
8. Perform a 'letter fold': Fold one-third of the dough over the middle, then fold the remaining third over that, like folding a letter. Gently press to seal.
9. Roll the folded dough into another rectangle, then repeat the letter fold. Roll into a ball and wrap tightly in plastic wrap or place in an airtight container.
10. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes before using. The dough can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
11. When ready to bake: Shape the puff pastry into your desired form (biscuits, danishes, pies, etc.). Cover the shaped pastries and let them rise in a warm place for 15-30 minutes.
12. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
13. Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 10-20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your pastry.