Crispy Avocado Bites with Pepper Dem

A seasoned crust that snaps. Rich, creamy centres wrapped in coconut flour magic. Finished with Pepper Dem island heat. Gluten-free, clean, and absolutely not boring. These are the snacks you make once and then make every week forever.

Ingredients

Makes 12–16 bites (serves 2–4)

The Crust

• ¼ cup coconut flour
• ¼ cup nutritional yeast
• ½ tsp sweet Spanish paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp dried thyme
• ¼ tsp dried oregano
• Salt to taste

The Bites

• 3 ripe but firm avocados
• 1 egg, beaten
• Hawt Sawhcey Pepper Dem — to finish

Method

1. Mix the crust

In a shallow bowl, combine the coconut flour, nutritional yeast, paprika, garlic, thyme, oregano, and a generous pinch of salt. Mix well. The nutritional yeast is the secret here — it adds a deep, savoury umami note that makes the crust taste almost cheesy.

2. Prep the avocado

Halve and pit the avocados. Cut each half into 2–3 thick wedges — you want substantial chunks, not thin slices. They need to hold their shape in the pan. Pat dry with paper towel if they're very moist.

3. Coat

Dip each avocado piece in the beaten egg, letting excess drip off. Then press firmly into the coconut flour crust mixture, coating all sides. Don't rush this — press gently so the crust adheres well.

4. Cook

Heat a splash of neutral oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the avocado bites in a single layer. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until deeply golden and crisp. Don't move them too early — let the crust set before flipping. Alternatively, air fry at 400°F for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.

5. Finish with Pepper Dem

Plate immediately and hit each bite with a generous drizzle of Pepper Dem. The Scotch bonnet heat cuts right through the richness of the avocado. Serve hot — the contrast between the snapping crust and the creamy centre is the whole point.

Hawt Notes 🔥

• Firmness matters — slightly underripe avocados hold their shape better when fried. Save the super-ripe ones for guac.
• Nutritional yeast is non-negotiable for that savoury, almost parmesan-like depth in the crust. Find it at any health food store.
• Air fryer version works brilliantly and uses way less oil — just as crispy, even easier cleanup.
• Double-coat for extra crunch: egg → crust → egg → crust. Adds about 30 seconds and makes a serious difference.
• Pepper Dem is the finishing move. Don't skip it — the island heat is what takes this from snack to statement.