Tofu Bacon

No need to buy pricy vegan bacon at the grocery store when you can make this tofu bacon recipe at home! Easy, flavourful, and budget-friendly.

Course Breakfast, brunch

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 24

Total Time 29

Servings -6 servings

Calories 33

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with oil.
Cut tofu into thin slices, approximately 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) thick.
Gently pat the tofu dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together soy sauce, barbecue sauce, maple syrup, smoked paprika, garlic powder and liquid smoke if using.
Gently place tofu slices into the prepared marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Let sit for at least 15 minutes or up to overnight in a covered dish.
Lay the marinated tofu strips on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Spray the tops with oil.
Bake for 22-25 minutes. Watch closely at the end to avoid burning.
Let the strips cool for 2-3 minutes to crisp up before serving.

Refrigerator: Store leftover tofu bacon in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Place the bacon slices in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
To reheat: Reheat tofu bacon in a nonstick skillet, in a 375ºF oven, in the air fryer, or in the microwave. The microwave is the last option I’d choose, as it won’t be as crispy that way.