Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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Completely vegan, with no dairy or eggs.
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Simple ingredients that are easy to find.
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Versatile—use any jam flavor you love.
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Fun to make with kids or as a romantic baking project.
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Bakes in just 20 minutes for a quick, sweet treat.
ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup coconut oil
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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1/4 cup almond milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup fruit jam
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
directions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
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Add coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth dough forms.
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Roll the dough out on a floured surface.
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Cut into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
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Place a spoonful of jam on half of the hearts.
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Cover with the remaining hearts and press edges to seal.
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Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
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Allow to cool before serving.
Servings and timing
This recipe makes about 12 pastries.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Variations
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Jam options: Try raspberry, apricot, strawberry, or blueberry jam for different flavors.
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Nut butter filling: Use almond or peanut butter with a drizzle of maple syrup for a nutty twist.
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Chocolate love letters: Fill with vegan chocolate spread instead of jam.
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Glazed finish: Brush with a simple powdered sugar glaze for extra sweetness.
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Decorated edges: Crimp the pastry edges with a fork for a rustic touch.
storage/reheating
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Room temperature: Store pastries in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
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Refrigerate: Keep in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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Freeze: Store unbaked pastries in the freezer for up to 1 month; bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
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Reheat: Warm in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes to refresh the texture.
FAQs
Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose?
Yes, but the texture will be denser. You can also do half whole wheat and half all-purpose.
What kind of coconut oil should I use?
Refined coconut oil has a neutral flavor, while unrefined will give a light coconut taste. Both work well.
Can I use another sweetener instead of maple syrup?
Yes, agave syrup or date syrup are great substitutes.
How do I stop the jam from leaking out?
Make sure to seal the edges tightly and avoid overfilling.
Can I make these ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the pastries and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
Are these gluten-free?
Not as written, but you can substitute a gluten-free flour blend.
Can I use store-bought pastry dough?
Yes, vegan-friendly pastry dough can be used for convenience.
Can I shape them differently?
Definitely—stars, circles, or squares work just as well as hearts.
Do I need to chill the dough before baking?
Not required, but chilling for 15 minutes helps the pastries hold their shape.
What can I serve with these pastries?
They pair beautifully with tea, coffee, or a scoop of vegan ice cream.
Conclusion
Vegan Love Letter Pastries are the perfect way to say “I love you” with food. Simple, sweet, and heart-shaped, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat. With endless filling options and a quick baking time, these pastries are ideal for special occasions or just a sweet surprise for someone you care about. Share the joy, one pastry at a time.
Vegan Love Letter Pastries: 5 Ways to Spread Sweet Joy
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 pastries
Description
Vegan Love Letter Pastries are heart-shaped, plant-based treats filled with fruit jam. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any sweet occasion, these pastries are simple, fun to make, and baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup coconut oil
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup almond milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup fruit jam
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Add coconut oil, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth dough forms.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface.
- Cut into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Place a spoonful of jam on half of the hearts.
- Cover with the remaining hearts and press edges to seal.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
Jam options: raspberry, apricot, strawberry, or blueberry.
Nut butter filling: almond or peanut butter with a drizzle of maple syrup.
Chocolate love letters: fill with vegan chocolate spread.
Glazed finish: brush with a simple powdered sugar glaze.
Decorated edges: crimp pastry edges with a fork for a rustic touch.
Room temperature storage: airtight container up to 2 days.
Refrigerate up to 5 days.
Freeze unbaked pastries up to 1 month; bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
Reheat in 300°F oven for 5 minutes to refresh texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
