Want easy & delicious plant-based recipes for your Oscars night watch party? The Oscars are the perfect excuse to gather friends, wear something fun (or stay in sweats—your call), and snack on some seriously good food while critiquing red carpet fashion and predicting winners. At Credo, we believe good times deserve better food, so whether you’re throwing a full-on watch party or just curling up on the couch with family, I’ve got you covered with easy, plant-based recipes that are as award-worthy as the night itself.
Here are my go-to plant-based snacks, including a few starring Credo and a few that don’t—but all are guaranteed to steal the show.
1. “Best Supporting Dip”: Loaded Nachos (Featuring Credo Oat Milk Queso)
Because no watch party is complete without nachos. These are easy to assemble and endlessly customizable.
Vegan Nachos & Queso
Ingredients:
• 1 bag of your favorite tortilla chips
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges
• Credo Medium Oat Milk Queso
Instructions:
1. Arrange tortilla chips on a large plate or baking sheet.
2. Sprinkle black beans, tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños over the chips.
3. Pour Credo’s queso generously over the top for that classic nacho experience.
4. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
2. “Best Animated Feature”: Popcorn Trio
Popcorn is a non-negotiable for movie nights, and making a few different flavors adds some fun to the mix.
Base Popcorn Recipe:
• 1/2 cup popcorn kernels
• 2 tbsp coconut or avocado oil
Pop in a stovetop popcorn maker or a large pot with a lid until fully popped. Then, divide into three bowls and toss with one of these flavors:
Savory: Nutritional yeast + garlic powder + sea salt
Sweet: Maple syrup + cinnamon + a pinch of salt
Spicy: Tajín seasoning + lime zest
3. “Best Picture-Worthy”: Mini BBQ Jackfruit Sliders
These sliders are the life of the party—sweet, smoky, and so easy to throw together.
Ingredients:
• 1 can young jackfruit, drained and shredded
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Slider buns or small rolls
• 1/2 cup coleslaw (pre-made or DIY with shredded cabbage, carrots, and vegan mayo)
Instructions:
1. Sauté the jackfruit in a pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
2. Add BBQ sauce and seasonings, then cook for another 5 minutes until warm and slightly caramelized.
3. Assemble sliders with BBQ jackfruit and coleslaw. Serve warm.
4. “Best Special Effects”: Smoky Cheezy Stuffed Mushrooms
(Featuring Credo Smoky Spray Cheese)
These are bite-sized, packed with flavor, and ridiculously easy.
Ingredients:
• 12 baby bella mushrooms, stems removed
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Credo Smoky Spray Cheese
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Toss breadcrumbs with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
3. Fill each mushroom cap with the breadcrumb mixture.
4. Spray Credo Smoky over each stuffed mushroom.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
5. “Best Cocktail Pairing”: Sparkling Citrus Spritz
A light and refreshing drink that’s fancy enough for the Oscars but easy to make.
Ingredients:
• 1 bottle sparkling water or kombucha
• 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh-squeezed if you’re feeling extra)
• 1/2 cup grapefruit juice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
• Ice
• Orange slices & fresh rosemary for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill glasses with ice.
2. Combine citrus juices and maple syrup in a pitcher and stir.
3. Pour over ice, then top with sparkling water or kombucha.
4. Garnish with orange slices and a rosemary sprig.
These plant-based bites will keep your guests (or just you—no judgment) snacking happily through the night. Whether you’re Team “fully dressed up” or “in pajamas by 7 PM,” one thing’s for sure—good food makes any event better.
Enjoy the show!