Description
This Vegan Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, and protein-packed twist on a classic party favorite. Using plant-based ingredients like vegan cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and seitan or jackfruit, it delivers all the flavor without animal products. Perfect for gatherings or as a game-day snack, serve it warm with crackers, carrot sticks, or celery.
Ingredients
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- Base Ingredients:
- 8 ounces vegan cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup vegan buffalo sauce (e.g., Primal Kitchen or The New Primal)
- 1/2 cup vegan yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Protein Options (Choose One):
- 1/2 batch seitan chicken, finely shredded
- 2 cups chickpeas
- 2 cups shredded jackfruit
- Toppings and Dippers:
- 1 bunch green onions, sliced (for topping)
- Crackers, carrot sticks, celery sticks (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set the oven to 350°F.
- Mix the Base:
- In a large bowl, mix vegan cream cheese, buffalo sauce, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, dill, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add Protein:
- Fold in your choice of protein (seitan chicken, chickpeas, or jackfruit) into the mixture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Pour the mixture into a small baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–15 minutes or until heated through.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle sliced green onions on top and serve warm with crackers, carrots, or celery sticks for dipping.
- Category: Appetizer