Vegan Cheese Puffs

Satisfy your snack cravings with these irresistible Vegan Cheese Puffs—light, airy bites of plant-based perfection! Crafted with protein-packed chickpea flour, tangy nutritional yeast, and a hint of smoky paprika, these dairy-free delights deliver all the cheesy flavor you love without any of the guilt. Whisked aquafaba ensures the perfect fluffy texture, while a blend of savory spices like onion and garlic powder adds an explosion of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, these baked—not fried—snacks are a healthier alternative to traditional cheese puffs and are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a midday treat. Vegan, gluten-free, and utterly delicious, these homemade puffs are a must-try for anyone seeking a wholesome, crowd-pleasing snack option!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Chickpea flour
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Aquafaba (liquid from a can of chickpeas)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, baking powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together the almond milk, water, and olive oil.

Step 4

Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until you have a thick, smooth batter.

Step 5

In another small bowl, whisk the aquafaba until foamy.

Step 6

Gently fold the foamy aquafaba into the batter until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to keep as much air in the batter as possible for light puffs.

Step 7

Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized dollops of batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Enjoy your vegan cheese puffs as a delightful and guilt-free snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(457.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	804.3

Total Fat 38.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1854.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 32.6g	0%

Vitamin D 43.9IU	0%
Calcium 294.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1283.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.6%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 41.2%