Vegan Parmesan Bites
Delight your taste buds with these crispy, golden Vegan Parmesan Bites—an irresistible plant-based twist on classic cheesy snacks. Crafted from chickpea flour and nutritional yeast, these bites are infused with savory herbs like thyme and basil, along with a hint of garlic and onion for bold, comforting flavors. The recipe features a simple stovetop preparation that transforms into bite-sized squares, coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and baked to perfection. Fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness to each bite, making them the ultimate appetizer or party snack. With just 15 minutes of prep time and entirely dairy-free, these bites are perfect for vegans and cheese lovers alike. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing, guilt-free treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup chickpea flour
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1.25 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually whisk in the water and olive oil until you have a smooth, lump-free mixture.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Transfer the mixture to a small baking pan (about 8x8 inches) and spread evenly. Allow it to cool for at least 10 minutes.
Once cool, cut the mixture into small squares, about 1-inch in size.
Place the panko breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl.
Coat each square in the breadcrumbs, pressing lightly so they adhere to the surfaces.
Place the coated bites on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the hot bites.
Serve warm as a snack or appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.6 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 490 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 414 mg | 9% | |
*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.
