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    Home » Recipes » Breads + Muffins

    Tofu Cinnamon Sugar Poppers (gluten-free)

    Aug 18, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    The creator @Balle made a TikTok video showing how to make tofu dough with flour, tofu, and salt. So, I had to give it a go! I was so surprised by how delicious and filling these tofu cinnamon sugar poppers were. They're a fabulous snack that is sneakily healthy.

    Tried this recipe? Please leave a star ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page. You can also stay in touch with me through social media by following me on Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok or by subscribing to my newsletter. 

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    I added sugar to the dough, too, because it's a dessert, of course. I also used an oven preheated to 400 degrees instead of an air fryer because I don't have an air fryer!

    If you're looking for more easy recipes, check out my no-bake cheesecake bites and my small batch gluten-free blueberry muffins. 

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    • Why You'll Love this Recipe
    • Ingredients for Tofu Cinnamon Sugar Poppers
    • Instructions
    • Equipment I Use + Love
    • How to Store Tofu Puffs
    • Top tip
    • Tofu Cinnamon Sugar Poppers (gluten-free)

    Why You'll Love this Recipe

    This recipe for tofu cinnamon sugar poppers is so easy to make, requires minimal ingredients, and is actually pretty healthy! It's a great mid-day pick-me-up.

    Ingredients for Tofu Cinnamon Sugar Poppers

    Easy ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen.

    • Tofu: I used extra-firm tofu. Any brand will work.
    • Gluten-free Flour: I use King Arthur's Gluten-free Flour in this recipe.
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Salt: I always use Redmond's Real Salt.
    • Ground Cinnamon

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Crumble the tofu in a large bowl using your hands. Add in the flour, ¼ cup sugar, and salt. Use your hands to work the mixture into a ball.

    tofu-cinnamon-sugar-poppers-gluten-free-process-shot

    Split the dough into four sections and roll each section into a log. Use a knife to cut 1-inch pieces. Roll each individual piece into a ball.

    tofu-cinnamon-sugar-poppers-gluten-free-process-shot

    Line each ball on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes in the oven on the middle rack.

    tofu-cinnamon-sugar-poppers-gluten-free-process-shot

    Grab a large plastic bag and fill it with ¼ cup granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Seal the bag and toss to combine.

    Remove the tofu balls from the oven and immediately place them in the plastic bag. Seal the bag and toss to coat each ball in cinnamon sugar.

    tofu-cinnamon-sugar-poppers-gluten-free-process-shot

    Hint: use reusable bags so you can use them over and over again for this recipe. Find some of my favorite ones HERE.

    Equipment I Use + Love

    • Glass mixing bowls - my favorite set is on sale right now on Amazon.
    • Wooden spatula - a non-toxic alternative to spatulas.
    • Baking sheet - I like to line the graham crackers up on a baking sheet.
    • Precut parchment paper - makes baking so much easier.
    • Reusable plastic bags - are great to reuse for other recipes.

    How to Store Tofu Puffs

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

    Top tip

    Bake on the oven's middle rack so the tofu balls cook evenly.

    tofu-cinnamon-sugar-poppers-gluten-free

    Tofu Cinnamon Sugar Poppers (gluten-free)

    The creator @Balle made a TikTok video showing how to make tofu dough with flour, tofu, and salt. So, I had to give it a go! I was so surprised by how delicious and filling these tofu cinnamon sugar poppers were. They're a fabulous snack that is sneakily healthy.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Appetizer, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people

    Equipment

    • Glass mixing bowls
    • Wooden spatula
    • Baking sheet
    • Precut parchment paper

    Ingredients
      

    • 14 ounces of extra-firm tofu
    • ¼ cup gluten-free flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Crumble the tofu in a large bowl using your hands. Add in the flour, ¼ cup sugar, and salt. Use your hands to work the mixture into a ball.
    • Split the dough into four sections and roll each section into a log. Use a knife to cut 1-inch pieces. Roll each individual piece into a ball.
    • Line each ball on the baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes in the oven on the middle rack.
    • Grab a large plastic bag and fill it with ¼ cup granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Seal the bag and toss to combine.
    • Remove the tofu balls from the oven and immediately place them in the plastic bag. Seal the bag and toss to coat each ball in cinnamon sugar.

    Notes

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
    Keyword cinnamon sugar poppers, cinnamon sugar tofu poppers, gluten free poppers, tofu, tofu poppers
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