Description
This Vegetarian Buffalo Dip with Jackfruit is a spicy, creamy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for game day or gatherings. It uses young green jackfruit as a plant-based alternative to shredded chicken, combined with cream cheese, sour cream, and a blend of cheeses, all tossed in a zesty Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. Baked until bubbly and topped with blue cheese crumbles and green onions, it offers a delightful vegan-friendly twist on a classic buffalo dip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 15 ounces young green jackfruit (canned in brine, not syrup)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 green onions (white and light green parts finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
- â…› teaspoon fine sea salt
- Dash soy sauce (approximately ¼ teaspoon)
For Garnish
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Green onion (sliced)
- Additional Frank’s Red Hot Sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Jackfruit: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Drain the jackfruit pieces thoroughly. Using your hands, shred the top part of each jackfruit piece, separating it from the tougher base. If the base pieces are too hard to pull apart, chop them finely with a knife.
- Mix Dip Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, chopped green onions, dried parsley, onion powder, minced garlic, Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, sea salt, and soy sauce. Stir well until fully blended. Fold in the shredded jackfruit evenly.
- Assemble and Bake: Spread the prepared mixture evenly in a small baking dish. Optionally, sprinkle extra shredded cheese on top for a melty crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the edges are bubbly and the dip is heated through.
- Broil for Cheese Finish: If desired, broil the dip for 1 to 2 minutes to achieve a golden, melty cheese layer on top. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions, and a drizzle of extra Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. Serve warm with tortilla chips, pretzels, celery sticks, or carrot sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure using young green jackfruit canned in brine, not syrup, for best texture and flavor.
- Room temperature cream cheese blends more smoothly with other ingredients.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
- The dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- For a vegan version, substitute cream cheese, sour cream, and cheeses with plant-based alternatives and omit blue cheese garnish.
