Vegan Crispy Breaded Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Vegan Crispy Breaded Cheese recipe! Perfectly golden and crunchy on the outside with a gooey, melty vegan cheese interior, this plant-based twist on a classic favorite is guaranteed to impress vegans and non-vegans alike. Featuring a flavorful breading made with panko breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, and a medley of seasonings like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and oregano, this dish is packed with bold, savory flavors. Simple to make, these bite-sized delights are fried to crisp perfection and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a party, craving a snack, or looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this vegan-friendly recipe is a surefire hit that’s both indulgent and satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Vegan cheese block
• 60 grams All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
• 120 milliliters Unsweetened almond milk
• 30 grams Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 120 grams Panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free panko)
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1

Cut the vegan cheese block into bite-sized squares, about 2.5 cm each.

Step 2

Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In the first bowl, add the all-purpose flour.

Step 3

In the second bowl, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk and 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour until smooth.

Step 4

In the third bowl, mix the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and panko breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Dip each cheese piece into the flour bowl, ensuring a light dusting over each piece.

Step 6

Next, dip the floured cheese into the almond milk mixture, allowing any excess liquid to drip off.

Step 7

Finally, coat the wet cheese in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs well to the cheese.

Step 8

Set the breaded cheese pieces on a tray and refrigerate for 10 minutes to help the coating set.

Step 9

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Step 10

Carefully fry the cheese pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 11

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried cheese onto a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 12

Serve the crispy breaded cheese hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1046.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5643.1

Total Fat 549.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3534.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.8g
Protein 46.2g	0%

Vitamin D 44.6IU	0%
Calcium 1015.7mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 988.5mg	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: 85.3%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 11.5%