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December 1, 2017

Vegan Cardamom Buns

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These vegan cardamom buns are free of dairy, eggs, and refined sugar. They’re soft, delicious, and the perfect treat to enjoy with coffee or tea!

Vegan Cardamom Buns | Wife Mama Foodie
Why has it taken me so long to make cardamom buns? For anyone who loves cinnamon rolls, cardamom buns are similar, but have a crunchy, caramelized exterior from melted butter and sugar, while maintaining a soft and fluffy interior. These are subtly sweetened and have a delicious blend of warm spices, which pairs just perfectly with a hot cup of coffee or tea, I might add.

They’re seriously my new favorite thing and I just can’t seem to stop from making batch after batch of these things. It doesn’t help that my family loves them too and eats them up before I’ve had my fair share. I wish I had a secret kitchen where I could make secret treats that I could enjoy all to myself. Ugh, I need a secret lair or something. Like Batman, but instead of a dingy cave, it’d be a state-of-the-art kitchen. Yeah, I like it already! That would make a better comic book story too—”Mom who sneaks away, not to save the day, but her sanity and, let’s not forget, her sweet tooth! 

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I know, I’m a weirdo who sits around thinking of secret kitchens and how to hide food from the kids. 🤦🏻‍♀️ Just make these cardamom buns, okay? Then maybe you’ll see why I don’t want to share! 😜 Enjoy!

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Vegan Cardamom Buns


★★★★★

5 from 3 reviews

  • Author: Joscelyn Abreu
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 10-12 buns 1x
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Description

These cardamom buns are free of dairy, eggs, and refined sugar. They’re soft, delicious, and the perfect treat to enjoy with coffee or tea!


Ingredients

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Cardamom Buns:

  • sweet dough, recipe below
  • filling, recipe below
  • few tablespoons almond milk (or other milk of choice)
  • 1/3 cup chopped almonds, optional
  • maple syrup (to brush on rolls after baking), optional

Sweet Dough:

  • 3–3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (Can use up to half whole-grain flour. I used half all-purpose einkornone !important; margin:0px !important;” />, but speltone !important; margin:0px !important;” /> or whole wheat will work too)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (.25 ounce package) instant yeast (also called rapid or quick rising)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 cup warm water (approximately 110º F)
  • 1/2 cup warm almond milk or other milk of choice (approximately 110º F)
  • 1/4 cup avocado oil or olive oil
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup, sugar, or other sweetener of choice

Filling:

  • 1/2 cup butter, softened (use dairy-free or regular, if not vegan)
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground cardamom

Instructions

Sweet Dough: (Video how-to above)

  1. Place 2 cups flour, yeast, salt, and cardamom in a large mixing bowl. Stir together to combine.
  2. Pour in warm water, milk, oil, and maple syrup or other sweetener of choice. Mix together until smooth.
  3. Slowly stir in all-purpose flour, a little at a time, just until dough is soft. Careful not to add too much flour or rolls will be dry and hard.
  4. Knead for a few minutes, until dough is smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean cloth and let rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, mix together softened butter, coconut sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom until well blended. Set aside while rolling out dough.
  6. Roll out dough into a large thin rectangle. Spread butter mixture evenly over dough.
  7. Fold dough into thirds, like a letter, and gently pinch or roll to seal edges.
  8. With long edge facing you, use a pizza cutter or knife to cut rectangle into 1-inch strips. Should get between 10-12 strips. (If butter & sugar mixture is too warm, it may want to seep out of the strips while shaping. If this is the case, cover strips and place into the fridge or freezer for a few minutes to chill the butter. This will make it easier to roll)
  9. Take one strip and carefully twist a few times times. Hold one end of the twisted dough on the counter and gently wrap the other end around in a circle, tucking the end under the bun.
  10. Place bun on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and repeat with remaining strips. Be sure to place them a few inches apart so they have room to rise.
  11. Brush buns with almond milk and sprinkle with chopped almonds (optional.)
  12. Cover baking sheets with a cloth and let rise in a warm place 20–30 minutes.
  13. While buns are rising, preheat oven to 350ºF.
  14. After rolls have risen, place baking sheets into the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown.
  15. Brush warm buns with maple syrup and serve. Makes 10–12 buns.
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Dessert, Vegan

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  1. Olivia says

    July 23, 2021 at 11:01 am

    These cardamom buns are SO GOOD! They have such a nice flavour and the twists give such a nice touch. 100% recommend 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      July 23, 2021 at 11:09 am

      Hi Olivia! I’m so happy you enjoyed these! Thanks for taking the time to pop back by and leave a review! Have a wonderful weekend!!

      Reply
    • Lori says

      September 7, 2021 at 7:33 pm

      Sooo crazy good! I cut each strip down the middle lengthwise to about an inch or two from the end. This gave more “layers’ after knotting. Definitely put in fridge or freezer for a few minutes before cutting to make it easier to handle. Yum!!

      ★★★★★

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      • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

        September 13, 2021 at 8:57 am

        Hi Lori, I’m so glad you enjoyed these buns! They’re so delicious this time of year too with all the warm spices! I love that idea to get more layers! Thanks for sharing those helpful tips and for taking the time to leave a review! Have a great week!

        Reply
  2. ashok says

    February 21, 2021 at 10:35 pm

    My Family Loved it. I am definitely sharing Guys, Thanks For sharing this Great Recipe. this recipe and this website with my friend. Hope they also love it. Thank you again for sharing such a great recipe.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      February 23, 2021 at 10:38 am

      Hi Askok, I’m so happy to hear that you and your family loved these cardamom buns! I appreciate you taking the time to stop back by and leave a review. Thanks also for giving these a try and sharing the site with your friend. That was very kind of you!

      Reply
  3. Jo says

    May 17, 2020 at 4:48 pm

    Can I use salted vegan butter? The only one I found said “salted” but also said “great for baking”…? Thank you!!!!! Otherwise I only have coconut oil

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      May 17, 2020 at 4:51 pm

      Hi Jo, salted will be fine! Hope you enjoy them!

      Reply
  4. Autumn says

    April 19, 2020 at 12:13 pm

    Can the dough and rising process be done in a bread machine?

    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      April 19, 2020 at 12:20 pm

      Hi Autumn, I’m sure it can, but I don’t have a bread machine so I’m not able to tell you how and when to add the ingredients. If you’re familiar with the process, then you just need the finished dough (before 2nd rise) to roll out and fill. After you get them cut out and shaped, you’ll let them rise again on the pan before baking. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!

      Reply
  5. AlBa says

    March 24, 2020 at 1:50 am

    Thank you for the recipe and the vegan alternative.
    Since I want to make them completely vegan and refuse to use any refined oils, I was wondering if you have ever tried using coconut oil or peanut butter for the filling? Also coconut oil in the dough instead of avocado/olive oil?

    Thank you!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      March 29, 2020 at 12:12 am

      Hi Alba, coconut oil should work, as long as you don’t mind the coconut flavor. I would just use melted oil in the dough and solid coconut oil for the filling Please let me know how it turns out for you!

      Reply
      • AlBa says

        March 29, 2020 at 10:42 am

        It turned out great, dough was soft and nice, the filling worked well too. Everybody loved them!
        I will post them on my account soon, ill send a picture.
        Thank you

        Reply
        • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

          March 29, 2020 at 10:45 am

          I’m so glad you all enjoyed them, Alba! Thanks for the update! Looking forward to seeing your pic of them too! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!! 🙂

          Reply
  6. Renee says

    July 14, 2018 at 1:56 pm

    Thank you for this! It sounds amazing! I’m wondering if I can try making it with regular yeast instead of instant (since that is what I have on hand), and maybe just adding in an initial rise? Have you tried it this way?

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      July 15, 2018 at 2:49 pm

      Hi Renee, you can certainly use regular yeast, but yes, you will have to add in the initial rise. Please let me know how it turns out for you! Enjoy!!

      Reply
  7. Jamie says

    December 12, 2017 at 4:16 pm

    Can I use gluten free flour instead of regular flour?

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      December 12, 2017 at 7:43 pm

      Hi Jamie! Unfortunately no, I haven’t been able to make a successful cinnamon roll with gluten-free flour. But, you can use an ancient grain like spelt or einkorn flour. Although they contain gluten, they’re said to be easier to digest for people with gluten sensitivities. I’ve seen gf cinnamon rolls out on the internet too, if gluten-free is a must, I’d try one of those 🙂

      Reply
  8. `Laura | Tutti Dolci says

    December 7, 2017 at 3:19 pm

    Such beautiful buns, I love the twists!

    Reply
  9. Fernanda says

    December 6, 2017 at 5:39 am

    This is so delicious!!! I’m making it today to take to my course tomorrow morning 🙂 They won’t believe it’s vegan 😀
    Cand I possibly prepare the doughs tonight and only bake them tomorrow morning? Or if I bake them tonight, will they be alright tomorrow morning? 🙂 Can wait to put my hands on it 😀

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      December 6, 2017 at 11:03 pm

      Hi Fernanda! Sorry for the late reply! Yes, you can make the dough the night before and place it in the fridge before the rise. Remove from the fridge and let rise in a warm place for 25-30 minutes (or until they’ve risen slightly) before baking. I hope you all enjoyed them! You can also bake ahead of time, they’re just best eaten slightly warm so toast or pop them in the microwave for a few seconds for best results! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Natalie says

    December 4, 2017 at 11:45 pm

    WOW these buns look amazing!!! Wouldn’t believe it’s vegan ♥ Definitely have to try it soon!

    Reply
  11. Keesha says

    December 4, 2017 at 5:46 am

    These look really yummy. Also, your video and photo quality and layout are on point. Great job!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      December 4, 2017 at 4:45 pm

      Thanks Keesha!

      Reply
  12. Cori @ Sweet Coralice says

    December 3, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    Gosh, this looks SO DELICIOUS!! I love Cardamom and think it is often forgotten or overlooked as a fantastic spice! Pinning this 😉

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      December 4, 2017 at 4:45 pm

      Thank you Cori!

      Reply
  13. Luci says

    December 3, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    These look super delicious. I just discovered the flavor of cardamom and I love it. I will have to make these really soon for my family.

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      December 3, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      Thank you for the kind words Luci!

      Reply
  14. Marisa says

    December 1, 2017 at 1:51 pm

    This looks so delish!!! Anything with Cinnamon I’m all in!!!! Definitely pinning for later!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      December 1, 2017 at 4:31 pm

      Thanks for the encouragement and for pinning Marissa!

      Reply
  15. Jordan Nelson says

    December 1, 2017 at 1:37 pm

    These are perfect because a lot of families make cinnamon rolls on Christmas morning! A vegan twist is not a bad idea.
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Joscelyn | Wife Mama Foodie says

      December 1, 2017 at 4:30 pm

      Thanks Jordan! I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

      Reply

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