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Yes, it’s possible to make a traditional French mille-feuille (or Napoleon) that’s vegan… and you probably wouldn’t be able to tell the difference in a side-by-side comparison with a non-vegan version of the same. It’s all about the butter. And today’s post is about the very best butter for the job. (Photo: Erika Kramer)

In 2023, towards the end of summer, I began working on a story for Eater about vegan pastry, specifically, its being the most active site of culinary innovation today. I believed it to be true before I wrote the piece and am even more convinced now.