Vegan Buffalo "Chicken" Dip

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Every time I make this buffalo “chicken” dip for a party, there is not a single bite left.

Non vegans can not believe this dip is actually vegan and aways marvel at how well the jackfruit mimics the texture of chicken. Jackfruit is the great meat mimicker, especially when trying to replace shredded meat in recipe. It has little taste on it’s own when its picked green and packed in brine. Once its drained and shredded it looks and feels like meat. It easy takes on the flavors you are cooking with, making it great for this recipe!

You can use any vegan cheddar you like. You can use store bough or even try your hand at one of our many cheddar style cheeses on the site.

We also use Franks buffalo sauce in this recipe because it is in fact vegan. The butter “flavor” in the sauce contains no dairy!! Hooray for small miracles, because I am an official Frank’s sauce groupie if that is even a thing!?! If not I am happy to head up an official fan club! You can use any vegan buffalo sauce you like, though!

This classic dip is spicy, cheesy, gooey, and always a crowd pleaser. I also like to whip up a batch of this tasty dip for sandwiches or for my Vegan Buffalo “chicken” bites, Buffalo Mac and Cheese, or Buffalo Stuffed Challah!!

So go make yourself a batch and try to make a few other thing with it too!! Those are my favorite kinds of recipes. The ones that just giving you some love in all kinds of new ways.

NGREDIENTS:

  • 1 can jackfruit in brine or 4 easy vegan chicken breast finely diced

  • 1 8oz container vegan cream cheese

  • 3/4 cups of buffalo sauce (I use Franks)

  • 1/2 cup vegan mayo

  • Pinch of salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

  • 2 tablespoons corn or tapioca starch

  • 1 plus 1/2 cups vegan cheddar shreds (like Follow Your Heart)

INSTRUCTIONS:

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

  1. If using jackfruit, drain and chop the pieces, or shred them using you fingers into a medium sized bowl. The fruit pulls apart easily, and I find using my fingers easier than chopping. If using chicken prepare following instructions and dice after the seitan has rested.

  2. Add the remaining ingredients, except 1/2 cup of cheese, to the bowl and mix well.

  3. Transfer mixture to a small baking dish and top with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.

  4. Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until cheese on top is melty.

  5. Serve with bread, crackers, carrots, or celery sticks.