Crispy Baked Tofu Nuggets with Spicy Maple Glaze – Vegan Thanksgiving Snack 🥦🍁 #TofuNuggets #VeganSnack #MapleGlaze #Thanksgiving #HighProtein #CrispyBaked #EasyRecipe #PlantBased #HolidayEntertaining #QuickPrep

Ingredients

• • 2 ⅞ blocks (14 oz total) firm tofu, drained
• • ⅞ cup cornstarch
• • ⅞ cup all-purpose flour
• • 1 ⅞ tsp nutritional yeast
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp smoked paprika
• • 1 ⅞ tsp garlic powder
• • ⅞ tsp cayenne pepper
• • 1 ⅞ tsp salt
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp olive oil
• • 2 ⅞ tbsp maple syrup
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp apple cider vinegar
• • 1 ⅞ tsp liquid smoke
• • 1 ⅞ tbsp chili flakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Wrap tofu blocks in paper towels, place on a plate, cover with more paper towels, and add a heavy can or book. Press for 15-30 minutes until firm to the touch.

2. 2

   Cut pressed tofu into 1" cubes. In a bowl, mash cubes with 1/2 tsp salt. Let sit while you prepare glaze.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, nutritional yeast, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper.

4. 4

   Add olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and liquid smoke to the dry mixture. Mix to form a thick paste.

5. 5

   Add the crushed tofu to the bowl. Toss until all pieces are fully coated. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and flatten to 1" thick. Bake at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crunchy.