Vegan Ladyfingers (Savoiardi)

Ingredients

• 5 tbsp aquafaba
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp oil
• 1 tbsp applesauce
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Whip the aquafaba: Add the aquafaba to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. You can also use a hand mixer. Whip the aquafaba on high speed until it reaches soft peaks.

3. 3

   Add the granulated sugar and whip for another 1-2 minutes or until it reaches stiff peaks.

4. 4

   Combine: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cornstarch. Using a spatula, fold the oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract into the whipped aquafaba. Do not overmix.

5. 5

   Next, add the flour and cornstarch and carefully fold them with the whipped aquafaba. Do not overmix and stop mixing as soon as the flour is incorporated and no white streaks remain.

6. 6

   Pipe: Transfer the batter to a piping bag fitted with a 1/2-inch tip. Pipe the batter into 3-inch long logs, leaving about 2 inches between each.Dust each log with powdered sugar.

7. 7

   Bake: Bake the ladyfingers for 10-12 minutes or until slightly golden brown on the edges. Let the ladyfingers cool completely before removing them from the baking sheet.