Dairy-Free Garam Masala Swirl Buns

Normally you would use cinnamon, but I like the Garam Masala spice blend to add a more complex flavor which you wouldn’t expect. These buns are super soft and sweet enough that you definitely don’t need frosting or glaze… Though something I like to do is turn these into ice cream sandwiches, such a great dessert. Hope you give them a try.

What you’ll Need

amountUnitIngredients
2  ½TSPActive DryYeast
 ½CAlmond Milk (warmed to 110°F)
CSugar (divided)
7TBSPVegan Butter or Coconut oil (divided and softened)
1LRGEgg (Room Temperature)
2  ½CAll Purpose Flour
 ½TSPSalt
2TSPGaram Masala Spice
Note: For the butter, I used Miyokos vegan cultured butter

Let’s get started

  1. In a bowl of a stand mixer with a paddle attachment add the Almond milk, ⅓ cup Sugar, and yeast. Allow yeast to sit for about 5 minutes to hydrate and activate.
  2. Mix in the egg, and half of your butter. Then add in your flour and salt and mix on low until everything is incorporated.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, pour your dough out on the table and knead it till it forms a ball.
  4. Place your dough back into the bowl and cover it and let the dough sit for about an hour or until double in size.
  5. In a small bowl mix the remaining sugar and your Garam Masala spice together.
  6. Once your dough has doubled, put your dough on the counter and press it out into a 12″ by 12″ square. Spread the rest of your soft “butter” on then sprinkle your sugar spice mixture evenly over the whole thing. Roll the dough into a log, then cut into 9 pieces. Place rolls into a 9″ by 9″ baking dish, cover and let rise for half an hour.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the rolls for 40-45 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool and enjoy.

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