Pretzel Crusted Tofu Nuggets

These Pretzel Crusted Tofu Nuggets are a fun, kid friendly meal that the whole family is sure to love!

A plate of Pretzel Tofu Nuggets with a hand dipping nugget into mustard.

When you need a delicious week night meal that is simple and doesn't require a lot ingredients or time to make, these Pretzel Crusted Tofu Nuggets are great. The crunchy pretzel coating on the outside goes perfectly with the tender tofu on the inside. Serve with a delicious sauce for dipping and a side of fries and a vegetable for a really fun, kid approved dinner.

These nuggets were inspired by our tofu sticks, and pair well with these cheesy potato wedges.

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Ingredients
Substitutions & Variations
How to make Tofu Nuggets
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Equipment
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Ingredients

This recipe is made with just a few ingredients and is really customizable. We kept it simple with seasoning, but you can add any spices you like to suit your taste.

Dishes of pretzels, mustard, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, salt, arrowroot starch, milk and tofu block. A white background.

tofu
pretzels
mustard
nutritional yeast
garlic powder
corn starch or arrowroot
non dairy milk
salt

See recipe card for quantities.

Substitutions & Variations

Tofu - instead of soy tofu use fava bean, hemp or other soy free variety of tofu to make this soy free
Pretzels - use gluten free pretzels if needed to make this gluten free
Spicy - add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the milk mixture to add some heat
Deluxe - make this maple dijon sauce for dipping

How to make Tofu Nuggets

These tofu nuggets are pretty simple to make using a 2 step breading method. Then simply bake until golden brown delicious!

Crushed pretzels in the bowl of a food processor.

Press tofu to remove excess moisture. Place pretzels into bowl of food processor and pulse until only small pieces remain. Tear or cut pressed tofu into small pieces.

Pieces of tofu in a bowl of milk. A spoon is beginning to lift the pieces out.

In a bowl large enough for dipping, combine non dairy milk, mustard, garlic, arrowroot or cornstarch, salt and pepper. Dip tofu pieces into milk and coat.

Pieces of milk dipped tofu in a bowl of pretzel pieces. There is a wooden board under the bowl.

In a large bowl with a lid, combine crushed pretzels and nutritional yeast. Transfer dipped pieces of tofu into bowl, place the lid on and shake to coat.

Pretzel Tofu Nuggets on a backing sheet. A hand is spraying the nuggets with cooking spray.

Transfer coated pieces to baking sheet, spray with cooking oil and bake at 425 degrees until golden brown.

💡 Top Tip

Don't skip pressing the tofu to remove excess water. Removing the water will improve flavor and yield a "meatier" texture.

Equipment

A food processor is helpful for crushing the pretzels, but not necessary. Alternatively, you can place pretzels in a large food storage bag, close it tightly and use a rolling pin to crush the pretzels.

Storage

Store leftover tofu nuggets in an air tight container in the refrigerator. Good for 3-4 days.

To reheat: Heat in a microwave for 1-2 minutes OR use the oven at 350 degrees for 7-8 minutes.

Common Questions

What is tofu made out of?

Tofu is made from soy milk with an added coagulant such as magnesium chloride or calcium sulfate. The milk is cooked, cooled to curdle and the excess liquid is then pressed out.

What does tofu taste like?

Tofu on its own doesn't much flavor, a very slight nutty flavor, perhaps. The wonderful thing about tofu is its ability to absorb the flavor of seasonings and sauces it is marinated or cooked with.

Is tofu healthier than meat?

Tofu is a great source of protein at about 21.8 grams per serving and 11 grams of fat, most of which is polyunsaturated, making tofu a very healthy alternative to meat.

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Pairing

These are my favorite dishes to serve with these tofu nuggets:

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