Baked Tofu Nuggets
Crispy on the outside and tender inside, perfect for dipping and sharing. Vegan
Servings: 12 nuggest
Ingredients
- 1 block firm tofu drained *only firm tofu*
- 1/2 cup chickpeas cooked or canned, drained
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Teaspoon smoked or regular paprika
- 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast optional, for extra flavor
- 3/4 Teaspoon salt or more to taste
- 1 cup plain bread crumbs for coating *not panko crumbs*
- cooking spray or olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray or brush generously with oil.
- In a food processor, add the tofu, chickpeas, garlic powder, paprika, olive oil, nutritional yeast (if using), and salt. Blend until smooth. Taste and add more spices as needed to suit your taste.
- Scoop out the mixture and shape into 12 nuggets.
- Roll each nugget in the bread crumbs to coat all sides, then place them on the prepared baking sheet. Spray or brush each nugget generously with oil to help them crisp up as they bake
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy, or air fry for 18–20 minutes. For extra crispiness, add 10 more minutes.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce: Ketchup, BBQ, or honey mustard all work great!