Small Batch Vegan Almond Sweet Rolls Recipe

Step 1

Measure out all ingredients. Grease and line a small casserole dish (about 7×5″) or a 6″ cake pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

Either in the bowl of a stand mixer with dough attachment or in a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Then add in the warmed dairy free milk, dairy free yogurt, vegan butter, and vanilla extract. Either turn on the stand mixer to medium speed or begin to mix the dough with a wooden spoon then knead the dough in the bowl until a smooth ball forms, about 10 minutes.

Step 3

Cover the bowl and allow the dough to rest in the bowl in a warm area (about 85F or warmer) until about doubled in size (about 20-30 minutes).

Step 4

Whisk together all frangipane ingredients until it combines into a thick paste. Cover and set aside until ready to shape the almond sweet rolls.

Step 5

Flour a clean surface and rolling pin, and place the dough in the middle. Roll the dough to be about 6″ by 12-15″. Spread about 2/3 of the frangipane onto the sweet rolls dough, reaching the edges. If like to slice the dough into individual strips before rolling, but you can also just roll the dough and slice it into 4 sweet rolls with either floss or a knife. To roll them into strips, slice the dough in half so have two strips of 3×15.” Then slice them into half again so you have four strips of 1.5×15.” Then roll each strip tightly and place the rolled almond sweet roll into your prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Cover the baking dish and rest the rolls by the oven while it preheats to 350F. Let the rolls double in size.

Step 7

Spread the remaining frangipane on top of the rolls, followed by sprinkling 1/4 cup of slivered almonds on top (save the remaining for topping after you frost).

Step 8

Place the sweet rolls into the oven to bake for 33-35 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden. Let the almond sweet rolls cool for 10-15 minutes before serving, as they’ll be really hot!

Step 9

Whisk together the cream cheese and butter together, then add in the powdered sugar and vanilla. Spread on top of your almond sweet rolls, followed by the remaining slivered almonds and enjoy!