Breakfast Recipes

9 Whipped Tofu Breakfast Recipes You Need to Try

Have you ever whipped your tofu? Whipped tofu is a versatile base for all kinds of amazing breakfasts, both sweet and savory. Here’s how to make the sweet or savory whipped tofu base, plus tons of ways to use it!

  • Ready 10 minutes
  • Serves 4
  • Prep 10 minutes
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9 Whipped Tofu Breakfast Recipes You Need to Try

Have you ever whipped your tofu? This one simple trick turns a block of tofu into a creamy, versatile breakfast base – sweet or savory – that powers 9 different recipes. Make a batch, keep it in the fridge, and you’ve got easy vegan breakfasts ready all week long.

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Blending tofu into a thick, creamy base is a game-changer for breakfast meal prep. I whip up a batch, keep it in the fridge, and use it all week to make egg fry, omelettes, waffles, tofu chia pudding, protein pancakes, and so much more.

whipped tofu egg fry on toast

If I am planning to use it for only savory breakfast, I add the cornstarch and salt, otherwise I just blend tofu and water as the base and store it.

Try these whipped tofu recipes, and let me know other ways you use whipped tofu cream!

If you’d love to have all of these recipes in one place, here’s the free PDF guide I shared in my YouTube video — perfect for printing and keeping in your kitchen

whipped tofu in the blender after blending

Why You’ll Love Whipped Tofu

  • Quick and easy to make.
  • A protein-packed base with endless sweet and savory uses.
  • Naturally gluten-free and nut-free.
protein pancakes

You can also use whipped tofu in recipes such as pasta sauce and mozzarella cream, or to thicken curries and make them extra creamy.

More Whipped Tofu Recipes

tofu scramble in the pan after cooking

💡Tips

  • If the omelette or egg fry is too delicate, add more cornstarch or flour. Different Tofu brands can have different amounts of moisture.
  • For the egg muffins, add a little extra flour if they’re sinking or staying too soft in the middle.
whipped tofu toast on a black plate

Whipped Tofu Base Recipes

There are two easy ways to make your whipped tofu base. The savory version adds flavor plus cornstarch and flour, making it perfect for eggy dishes like scrambles, omelettes, and strata. The neutral/sweet version keeps things simple and works beautifully in sweet recipes like French toast, pancakes, and puddings.

Savory Whipped Tofu Recipes

Use the savory whipped tofu mixture to make all kinds of delicious, eggy vegan breakfasts.

whipped tofu chia pudding with chocolate and peanut butter in jars on the kitchen counter

Sweet Whipped Tofu Recipes

Use the neutral whipped tofu to make recipes like French toast and protein-packed breakfast pudding!

Recipe

Savory Whipped Tofu Base

This whipped tofu base is great for all kinds of eggy dishes, like scrambles, egg fries, and more!

  • Serves 4
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Total 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 14 ounces firm or extra firm tofu
  • 1 scant cup water (1 tablespoon less than 1 cup)
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • kala namak (aka black salt, optional, for an eggy flavor)
  • garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend everything until smooth and creamy. Store in a container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Equipment

  • blender

Notes

See below for many ways to use whipped tofu!

Nutrition

  • Calories91 kcal
  • Carbohydrates4 g
  • Protein9 g
  • Fat4 g
  • Saturated Fat0.5 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat3 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat1 g
  • Sodium149 mg
  • Potassium1 mg
  • Fiber1 g
  • Sugar0.3 g
  • Calcium124 mg
  • Iron1 mg

Recipe

Sweet/Neutral Whipped Tofu Base

If you aren't sure how you want to use the whipped tofu yet, start with this base, and add other ingredients as needed. This is best for sweet applications, like pudding.

  • Serves 4
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Total 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 14 ounces firm or extra firm tofu
  • 1 scant cup water (1 tablespoon less than 1 cup)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Blend until smooth and creamy. No salt, flour, or cornstarch needed. Chill in the fridge for a few hours to let it thicken. Use for sweet, cold, or uncooked dishes. Store refrigerated for up to 4 days.

Equipment

  • blender

Notes

See below for many ways to use this whipped tofu base!

Nutrition

  • Calories83 kcal
  • Carbohydrates2 g
  • Protein9 g
  • Fat4 g
  • Saturated Fat0.5 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat3 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat1 g
  • Sodium4 mg
  • Fiber1 g
  • Sugar0.3 g
  • Calcium124 mg
  • Iron1 mg

Recipe

Whipped Tofu Egg Fry

This is the easiest vegan fried egg ever! Fry up the whipped tofu base to make it, and you can top with my super easy bacon drizzle for even more flavor.

  • Serves 1
  • Prep 5 minutes
  • Cook 5 minutes
  • Total 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons savory whipped tofu
  • turmeric
  • black pepper
  • Kala Namak (aka Indian Black Salt/Sulphur Salt)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat a skillet over medium-low heat, and add the oil. Once the oil is hot, add the savory tofu mixture, and spread it out. It might start to bubble and spatter a bit, but if it's spattering too much turn the heat down a little bit. Sprinkle turmeric in the center for a yolk look, and sprinkle black pepper and kala namak generously.

  2. 2

    Cover the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, increasing heat to medium at the 2-minute mark. Once it's golden on the edges and the center has set, top with pesto, a small pinch of Kala namak, my bacon drizzle (see notes), chili oil or other toppings of choice. Serve immediately on buttered multigrain or sourdough toast, with sliced tomatoes or avocado.

Notes

Bacon drizzle mixture: Mix 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp maple syrup, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp garlic powder and use. More Variations: Use spices on your egg fry for variation, such as Cajun blend, Berbere or garam masala. Nutritional information is for the whole recipe, which makes 1 serving. It does not include toppings, since that will vary.

Nutrition

  • Calories52 kcal
  • Carbohydrates1 g
  • Protein1 g
  • Fat5 g
  • Saturated Fat0.4 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat3 g
  • Sodium50 mg
  • Potassium53 mg
  • Fiber0.03 g
  • Sugar0.4 g
  • Calcium9 mg
  • Iron0.2 mg

Recipe

Whipped Tofu Omelette

The tofu cream mixture makes fluffy omelets! The cream needs a bit of binding so we add some flour to help. Use all purpose or chickpea flour.

  • Serves 1
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Cook 10 minutes
  • Total 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup savory tofu mixture
  • 2 teaspoons Cornstarch*
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • dashes of turmeric and Kala namak
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped bell pepper
  • 1 small mushroom (thinly sliced)
  • vegan cheese (to taste)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix together the tofu mixture, cornstarch, turmeric, Kala namak, oregano, baking powder, salt, and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little bit of oil. Sprinkle the onion, peppers, and mushrooms onto the skillet, and cook for a minute. Sprinkle vegan cheese on top, then drizzle the tofu mixture all over the veggies, and spread it out with a spatula.

  3. 3

    Cover, and cook 4 to 5 minutes, reducing to medium-low during the last minute of cooking. Cook until the edges get golden and the top is set, then sprinkle more kala namak, if desired, fold the omelette, and serve with toasted bread or however you like.

Notes

* the original pdf on the YouTube video, uses flour as thickener, I’ve tested this several times and starch makes the omelet more sturdy. Nutritional information is for the whole recipe, which makes 1 serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories114 kcal
  • Carbohydrates14 g
  • Protein8 g
  • Fat3 g
  • Saturated Fat0.5 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat1 g
  • Sodium10 mg
  • Potassium461 mg
  • Fiber1 g
  • Sugar4 g
  • Vitamin A591 IU
  • Vitamin C26 mg
  • Calcium96 mg
  • Iron2 mg

Recipe

Whipped Tofu Strata

This tofu cream is perfect to make a hearty breakfast casserole! It acts as an egg custard.

  • Serves 2
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Cook 25 minutes
  • Total 45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped mushroom
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup chopped day-old bread
  • spinach (optional)

For the Custard

  • 1 cup savory tofu mixture
  • 1/8 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/8 teaspoon kala namak
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons flour

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (205° C). In a baking dish, mix the onion, mushroom, herbs, salt, pepper, and bread with oil, tossing well to coat. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes, until the bread is golden.

  2. 2

    Meanwhile, mix together the tofu with turmeric, kala namak, mustard, paprika, baking powder, and flour. Pour over the bread and veggies, add spinach if you want, and toss well. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until the top is nicely set. Cool 10 minutes before slicing and serving with hot sauce, vegan Hollandaise, or dressing of choice

Notes

Nutritional information is for 1/2 of the recipe, which makes 2 servings.

Nutrition

  • Calories154 kcal
  • Carbohydrates20 g
  • Protein9 g
  • Fat4 g
  • Saturated Fat1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat1 g
  • Trans Fat0.01 g
  • Sodium560 mg
  • Potassium492 mg
  • Fiber3 g
  • Sugar4 g
  • Vitamin A269 IU
  • Vitamin C2 mg
  • Calcium129 mg
  • Iron3 mg

Recipe

Whipped Tofu Scramble

This tofu scramble made with whipped tofu has just an incredible eggy flavor and texture, no eggs needed!

  • Serves 1
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Cook 6 minutes
  • Total 16 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon oil
  • 2 tablespoons each chopped onion (pepper, mushroom, or other veggies)
  • 7 ounces firm tofu (crumbled)
  • 1/4 cup savory tofu mixture
  • 2 teaspoons tofu scramble seasoning (1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, kala namak)
  • black pepper, green onion, kala namak, and herbs (for topping)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the veggies with a pinch of salt and sauté 2 minutes. Mix in the crumbled tofu, whipped tofu mixture, and scramble seasoning. Cook for about 2 more minutes, until heated through. Top with more kala namak, black pepper, green onion, and fresh herbs. Serve with toast, roasted veggies, salad, or fruit on the side.

Notes

Nutritional information is for the whole recipe, which makes 1 serving. It does not include toppings, since that will vary.

Nutrition

  • Calories254 kcal
  • Carbohydrates10 g
  • Protein21 g
  • Fat14 g
  • Saturated Fat2 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat7 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat5 g
  • Trans Fat0.02 g
  • Sodium25 mg
  • Potassium169 mg
  • Fiber3 g
  • Sugar1 g
  • Vitamin A1502 IU
  • Vitamin C3 mg
  • Calcium274 mg
  • Iron3 mg

Recipe

Egg Muffins and Savory Sausage Waffles

You don't need expensive, store-bought egg bites! Use this budget-friendly whipped tofu base to make savory muffins or waffles for a grab-and-go breakfast.

  • Serves 1
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Cook 22 minutes
  • Total 32 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup savory tofu mixture
  • 2 tablespoons flour (or chickpea flour)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons scramble seasoning (or 1/2 teaspoon each garlic, onion, pepper, kala namak)
  • paprika and oregano (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped vegan sausage
  • 1 tablespoon chopped sun-dried tomato
  • handful fresh spinach (or 3 tablespoons frozen spinach)

Instructions

Make the egg muffins.

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175° C).

  2. 2

    In a bowl, mix whipped tofu, flour, baking powder, and seasonings. Then, fold in the sun-dried tomato, sausage, spinach, and any other veggies of choice. Scoop into a lined muffin tin or double liners on a baking sheet. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes.

Or, make savory waffles!

  1. 3

    Add 2 more tablespoons flour, grease the waffle iron well, and cook the batter in the waffle iron until it's golden brown.

Notes

Nutritional information is for the whole recipe, which makes 1 serving. The waffle nutrition will be a little different because of the extra flour.

Nutrition

  • Calories202 kcal
  • Carbohydrates30 g
  • Protein12 g
  • Fat5 g
  • Saturated Fat1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat1 g
  • Sodium16 mg
  • Potassium722 mg
  • Fiber4 g
  • Sugar5 g
  • Vitamin A55 IU
  • Vitamin C2 mg
  • Calcium151 mg
  • Iron3 mg

Recipe

Whipped Tofu Toast

Move over, avocado toast! The neutral whipped tofu cream makes a great, protein-rich spread for toast with your favorite toppings.

  • Serves 1
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Total 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons neutral whipped tofu mixture (chilled at least 1 hour)
  • 1 slice bakery bread (like rosemary or olive bread)
  • toppings of choice (like sliced tomato, cucumber, bagel seasoning, pepper flakes, hemp or sesame seeds, greens/sprouts, lemon zest, or balsamic glaze)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Chill the neutral whipped tofu cream for at least an hour, so it thickens up. Toast the bread. Spread the tofu cream onto the toast, and add toppings of choice.

Notes

Nutritional information is for the whole recipe, which makes 1 serving. Other Toppings: spice blends of choice, chili crisp, or Indian spiced oil (tadka with mustard seeds and curry leaves).

Nutrition

  • Calories93 kcal
  • Carbohydrates14 g
  • Protein4 g
  • Fat2 g
  • Saturated Fat0.3 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat0.3 g
  • Trans Fat0.01 g
  • Sodium134 mg
  • Potassium93 mg
  • Fiber1 g
  • Sugar2 g
  • Vitamin A1 IU
  • Vitamin C0.1 mg
  • Calcium44 mg
  • Iron1 mg

Recipe

Chocolate Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

This tofu cream makes a decadent mousse-like chia pudding.

  • Serves 2
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Total 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 3 tablespoons hot water
  • 1/2 cup sweet whipped tofu mixture
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter (softened)
  • chopped peanuts (chocolate chips, berries, for topping)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine chia seeds with hot water in a small bowl, and let that sit 5 minutes for the chia seeds to hydrate. Stir in the whipped tofu, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla. Mix well. Spoon into jars, swirl in the peanut butter, and top with nuts and/or berries.

Notes

Nutritional information is for 1 of 2 servings, half the recipe. It does not include toppings, since that will vary.

Nutrition

  • Calories225 kcal
  • Carbohydrates18 g
  • Protein9 g
  • Fat15 g
  • Saturated Fat1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat6 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat6 g
  • Trans Fat0.01 g
  • Sodium9 mg
  • Potassium337 mg
  • Fiber7 g
  • Sugar8 g
  • Vitamin A7 IU
  • Vitamin C0.2 mg
  • Calcium164 mg
  • Iron2 mg

Recipe

Vegan French Toast

Sweet, crisp, tender vegan French toast is so easy to make with some whipped tofu from your fridge!

  • Serves 1
  • Prep 10 minutes
  • Cook 10 minutes
  • Total 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup non-savory tofu cream (with or without flour or cornstarch)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • cinnamon (to taste)
  • vanilla (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon non-dairy milk (optional, if needed to thin the mixture)
  • 2 slices bread
  • oil or vegan butter (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, combine the tofu cream, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla. Mix well. If the mixture is too thick, add the non-dairy milk, and mix until smooth. Pour the mixture into a shallow bowl. Place the bread slices into the mixture, flipping them over to coat both sides thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a little oil or vegan butter. Place the coated bread slices on the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides.

Notes

If you prefer, you can bake your French toast using my baked French toast recipe directions. Nutritional information is for the whole recipe, which makes 1 serving. It does not include toppings, since that will vary.

Nutrition

  • Calories241 kcal
  • Carbohydrates42 g
  • Protein9 g
  • Fat4 g
  • Saturated Fat1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat2 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat1 g
  • Trans Fat0.02 g
  • Sodium276 mg
  • Potassium230 mg
  • Fiber2 g
  • Sugar16 g
  • Vitamin A1 IU
  • Vitamin C0.1 mg
  • Calcium116 mg
  • Iron3 mg

Recipe

Protein Pancakes

These pancakes are so hearty and moist and still so fluffy! You need to add some tofu in pancakes.

  • Serves 2
  • Prep 5 minutes
  • Cook 15 minutes
  • Total 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla powder (or extract)
  • 1/4 cup sweet whipped tofu mixture
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 6 to 7 tablespoons non-dairy milk
  • berries, chocolate chips, or cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix the flour, almond flour, baking powder, and vanilla powder (if using) well. Press and mix to mix the almond flour in. Stir in the vanilla extract (if using), the whipped tofu, maple syrup, and 6 tablespoons of the milk to make a thick batter. If it's too thick, add more milk to thin it out, but don’t thin out too much. Keep batter thicker than pancake batter.

  2. 2

    Heat a skillet over medium-high, and add some oil or vegan butter. Once the oil is hot, spread the protein pancake batter onto the skillet. The batter is going to be thick, so you’ll need to spread it out using a spatula instead of by hand. Then press in the berries and chocolate chips. Cook 2 minutes until golden, flip, and cook another minute or two. Serve with fruits, maple syrup, vegan butter, and your favorite fixin’s.

Notes

Nutritional information is for 1 of 2 servings (half of the total recipe) and does not include mix-ins or toppings, since those will vary.

Nutrition

  • Calories205 kcal
  • Carbohydrates34 g
  • Protein6 g
  • Fat5 g
  • Saturated Fat0.4 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
  • Sodium63 mg
  • Potassium311 mg
  • Fiber2 g
  • Sugar7 g
  • Calcium180 mg
  • Iron2 mg