Nutritional Yeast Tofu is crispy and flavorful with a slightly cheesy taste from, you guessed it, nutritional yeast! These crispy tofu bites are easy to make in the oven or air fryer in 30 minutes.
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These crispy tofu nuggets are the perfect addition to any meal. Plus, their cheesy flavor is possible with just a handful of plant-based ingredients!
Add these crispy baked tofu bites to your favorite salad, pasta, tacos, or just enjoy them with your favorite sauce!
I love the cheesiness this nutritional yeast tofu adds to vegan caesar salad.
And if you're looking for more delicious tofu recipes, you should try BBQ tofu bites, tofu waffles, bang bang tofu, or blackened tofu next!
Ingredients
You will need these simple ingredients to make crispy nutritional yeast tofu:
- Firm Tofu
- Nutritional Yeast
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive Oil
The recipe card below includes the full list of ingredients + instructions.
How to Make Nutritional Yeast Tofu
Here’s a step-by-step guide to making the best crispy baked tofu with nutritional yeast:
- Mix nutritional yeast, seasoning, and olive oil in a large bowl.
- Rip tofu into bite-sized chunks and place in the bowl with the seasoning.
- Toss tofu with the seasoning until it spreads evenly over all the pieces.
- Spread tofu evenly onto a baking sheet and bake.
- Flip the tofu bites halfway through cooking.
- Remove from oven once golden and crispy.
Air Fryer Instructions
For faster preparation, cook these tofu bites in the air fryer at 400°F for 16 to 18 minutes! Make sure to cook them in one layer and line the air fryer basket with parchment paper so they don’t stick.
Ways to Serve
Here are a few ideas for how to serve crispy nutritional yeast tofu bites:
- Serve them as nuggets with vegan aioli, homemade ranch, or ketchup.
- Add them to a vegan caesar salad or kale salad.
- Serve with vegan coleslaw, vegan gluten-free cornbread, and baked beans.
- Top a vegan gluten-free pizza with tofu bites for extra protein.
- Add them to vegan peanut noodles or creamy beet pasta.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover nutritional yeast tofu in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
Reheat leftover tofu in the air fryer at 375°F for 3 to 5 minutes or the oven at 350°F for 7 to 10 minutes.
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Nutritional Yeast Tofu
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Ingredients
- 1 block firm or extra-firm tofu 14-18 oz
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Open a package of tofu and use a paper towel to dry the outside of any excess water, but don’t press it.
- Mix nutritional yeast, seasoning, and olive oil in a large bowl.
- Rip tofu into bite-sized chunks and place them in the bowl with the seasoning.
- Toss tofu with the seasoning until it spreads evenly over all the pieces.
- Spread tofu evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the tofu at 425°F for 27 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Or air fry at 400°F for 16 to 18 minutes.
Notes
* The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy will vary on specific ingredients and brands used.
Jane says
I love adding these tofu bites to wraps! They are so crispy in the air fryer.
Sarah Pilley says
Thank you Jane! I love them in the air fryer too. 😀
Jeannette says
I made this tonight and it is delicious 😋 I ate half of it out of air fryer warm I will make this often!!
Gina Rubio says
Delicious recipe, I recommend it. I am a vegetarian and this recipe tastes like fried chicken. Thanks for sharing this great recipe!!!
Angela says
I don’t eat tofu much, but this was amazing! I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was tasted similar to breading, but much healthier! It will be a staple for me. Thank you
Gerry says
This is the very best nutritional yeast tofu we've ever done. Used an air fryer. Great over a salad. Thank you!
Cindy says
absolutely delicious! I boiled the chunks in salted water for five minutes.
Let them call 15 minutes, drained and put on a towel.
Gently tossed them in the spice mixture.
Baked at 425° until crunchy on the outside, dense chewy and moist on the inside. 20 to 30 minutes, depending on your oven and the size of the tofu. Thank you! One of my new favorites.
Sarah Pilley says
Hi Cindy! I will have to try that, I've heard that works better than pressing the tofu.