Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites

ByHannah Peterson

Crispy Garlic Mushroom Bites — The Ultimate Vegan Snack! 🍄✨

These golden, garlicky mushroom bites are everything! Juicy mushrooms coated in a crispy, crunchy breadcrumb crust — baked (or air-fried!) to perfection. Pair them with a cool, herby vegan dip, and you’ve got yourself the most irresistible snack or appetizer ever! 🌱💛

🍄 Ingredients

For the Mushrooms:

  • 10 oz (280g) button or cremini mushrooms, cleaned and halved
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (for that “cheesy” flavor)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Batter:

  • ½ cup unsweetened plant milk (soy, oat, or almond)
  • ½ cup all-purpose or chickpea flour
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp onion powder

For the Vegan Dip:

  • ½ cup vegan mayo or unsweetened vegan yogurt
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped herbs (chives, parsley, or dill)
  • Salt & pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the batter:
In a bowl, whisk together flour, plant milk, vinegar, onion powder, and a pinch of salt until smooth.

2️⃣ Coat the mushrooms:
In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dip each mushroom piece into the wet batter, then roll it in the breadcrumb mix until fully coated.

3️⃣ Bake or air-fry:

  • Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Air-fryer: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden and crispy.

4️⃣ Make the dip:
In a small bowl, whisk vegan mayo or yogurt with garlic, lemon juice, herbs, and seasoning. Chill until ready to serve.

5️⃣ Serve:
Serve your hot, crispy garlic mushroom bites with the herby dip. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and enjoy while warm! 😍

💡 Tips

🌶️ Add chili flakes or cayenne for a spicy kick.
🍋 A squeeze of lemon over the top before serving makes them pop with flavor.
🌾 Make it gluten-free with chickpea flour and GF breadcrumbs.

🍄💚 These crispy garlic mushroom bites are crunchy, savory, and 100% plant-powered! Perfect for parties, movie nights, or when you’re craving something cozy and satisfying. Once you try them, you’ll make them every weekend! 😋✨

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