Are these raspberry curd yeast rolls really vegan?

Yes, they are completely plant-based. Instead of dairy milk, butter and quark I use plant milk (e.g. oat or soy), vegan butter and soy-based vegan curd. The dough turns out just as fluffy and the filling stays lovely and creamy – with no animal ingredients.

What vegan curd can I use?

Soy-based vegan curd works best because it is thick and creamy. Well-drained plant yogurt or vegan cream cheese are good alternatives. The vanilla custard powder (or starch) binds the filling so it does not run out while baking.

Can I prepare the yeast dough the night before?

Yes. Instead of letting the dough rise for 2–3 hours at room temperature, cover it and let it prove overnight in the fridge. In the morning let it come to room temperature briefly, then roll, fill and bake – ideal for fresh rolls at breakfast.

Can I use fresh raspberries instead of frozen?

Both work. Frozen raspberries release a little less juice and are easier to spread, while fresh ones are wonderful in summer. You can also swap in other berries and use your favorite jam for the filling.

Vegan Raspberry Curd Yeast Rolls – easy & fluffy

Hello everyone, I hope that February has started well and not too stormy for you. I have a new recipe for you: vegan raspberry curd yeast rolls. These rolls are perfect to make yourself comfortable on the sofa in this wet and gray weather. They taste wonderful when they’re still warm and fresh out the oven. Of course, they are also great for upcoming Valentine's Day. Surprise your loved ones with these delicious pastries.

I have to admit I‘m not a big fan of this commercialized day and don‘t expect flowers or gifts. But if you use this day to make a loved one happy by cooking or baking something delicious for them, then I find it very nice. As it‘s well known that the way to a man’s or woman’s heart is through the stomach!

Vegan raspberry yeast rolls in a round dish on a rack, freshly baked

I‘m a huge fan of yeast dough, probably also because I liked it as a child and we often ate yeast pastries at home. And it’s also really easy to bake a fluffy yeast dough using only vegan ingredients. The recipe is definitely a success and in no time you have the delicious yeast rolls on the table.

One raspberry yeast roll on a pink plate, the rest in the dish, served

Recipe

And now here is the recipe for vegane raspberry curd yeast rolls:

The filling of curd and raspberries helps to ensure that the rolls are really fluffy and moist. You can use your favorite jam for the filling and of course it works just fine with other fruits - the raspberries were of course very suitable for Valentine's Day.

Single raspberry yeast roll with icing on a pink plate, close-up

Pulled-apart raspberry yeast roll with freeze-dried berries, plated

Compared to other cakes, the yeast rolls manage almost without sugar. I used a little raw cane sugar for the dough and maple syrup for the curd filling. If you prefer a little more sweetness, then an icing made from powdered sugar is very suitable. Or you can eat the yeast rolls with a little jam, which is also super tasty and then they also go great for breakfast or brunch.

Raspberry yeast rolls in a round dish beside an icing bowl, from above

I hope you are now really in the mood for these vegan raspberry curd yeast rolls. I will have to bake them again soon, because I hardly got any of them myself. They were gone so quickly - but that's the nicest thing for me. I would say to make others happy with food is a nice way to show your love!

If you love baking with yeast dough, you'll also enjoy my brioche with apple-cinnamon filling and my fruity cranberry-orange yeast bun – both wonderfully fluffy and perfect for the weekend. And if you're into that raspberry-curd combination, be sure to try my creamy vegan cheesecake with raspberries.

If you have Pinterest, you can find me here and you can pin one of these pictures if you like:

Vegan raspberry curd yeast rolls – recipe pin with text overlay

Vegan raspberry curd yeast rolls

Recipe

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