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Vegan Jalapeno Popper Dip

It just isn’t game day without this Vegan Jalapeno Popper Dip! It’s a creamy, slightly spicy, and addictive party snack you can prepare and bake in just 30 minutes. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 232kcal
Author: Nora Taylor

Ingredients

Breadcrumb topping

  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter, melted
  • fresh parsley, for serving, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Soak the cashews: Heat up about 3 cups of water in a tea kettle or small pot. Pour the boiling hot water over the cashews and let them soak for 5 minutes. Drain them when ready to blend.
  • In a high powered blender, add the soaked and drained cashews, fresh water, garlic powder and salt. Blend until very smooth.
  • Transfer the mixture to a greased oven safe dish (9 inch round or 8x8 approximately). Stir in the diced jalapenos and vegan cheese shreds.
  • Combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter in a small bowl, then sprinkle over the top of the cheese dip.
  • Place in the oven for 15-20 minutes until warm and golden brown on top.
  • Serve immediately with chips or pretzel sticks and enjoy!

Notes

  1. I haven't tried it, but you could probably substitute 2 containers of vegan cream cheese for the cashew cream. I don't think Violife brand will work because it gets oily when cooked. I like Tofutti brand. 
  2. Gluten free? Substitute gluten free breadcrumbs or even almond flour.
  3. I used chopped jalapeno pieces from a jar. You may use fresh chopped jalapenos, but make sure to remove some or all of the seeds to prevent it from being too spicy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 10 servings | Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 819mg | Potassium: 168mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 334IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg