Tempeh Buffalo Bites

Author: Madly Delicious

These Tempeh Buffalo Bites are crispy, spicy, and seriously addictive! Torn tempeh pieces are oven-baked until golden, then tossed in a buttery buffalo sauce for the ultimate plant-based snack or main. Perfect for wraps, grain bowls, salads, or dipped straight into ranch—vegan options included!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Course Lunch, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine American-Inspired

Servings

Equipment

Pan with lid
Small - Medium baking sheet

Ingredients

1 (8-ounce) block tempeh
⅓ cup Frank's Red Hot
1½ tbsp plant-based butter
2 tsp cornstarch
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, if you don't like spicy)
Vegan ranch, for dipping

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a small–medium baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
Steam the Tempeh: APlace 1 (8-ounce) block of tempeh in a skillet with ¼ cup water over medium heat. Cover and steam for 10 minutes. This helps soften the tempeh so it better soaks up flavor. Let cool slightly.
Tear & Coat the Tempeh: Once cooled, tear the tempeh into bite-sized pieces. Add to a zip-top bag or container with 2 tsp cornstarch, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, and ½ tsp cayenne pepper. Shake until evenly coated.
Bake the Tempeh: Spread coated tempeh onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Make the Buffalo Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt 1½ tbsp plant-based butter over low heat. Stir in ⅓ cup buffalo sauce until warmed and combined.
Toss & Serve: Once baked, toss the crispy tempeh in the warm buffalo sauce. Serve immediately with vegan ranch, or tuck into a wrap with your favorite toppings!

Notes

Tempeh Size

Tear the tempeh into uneven bite-sized chunks rather than cutting—this gives it more texture and helps the edges crisp up better.

Spice Level

Adjust the cayenne to your heat preference, or omit it for a milder version.

Serving Ideas

These bites are great in wraps, salads, grain bowls, or just dipped and eaten straight off the tray.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to bring back the crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 960mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 90mgIron: 2.5mg

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