Copycat Chipotle Bitchin’ Sauce Recipe

Name: Copycat Chipotle Bitchin' Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: ½ cup + 2 Tbsp water (150 mL); ½ cup neutral oil (like vegetable or canola, 120 mL); ½ cup almonds (70 g); ¼ cup + 1 Tbsp lemon juice (75 mL); 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast; 2 Tbsp chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce; 1 Tbsp soy sauce (15 mL); 3 cloves garlic; ¼ tsp each salt, paprika, cumin; ⅛ tsp ground coriander

By Sarah Bond, BS Nutrition, MS Sensory Science, Updated Feb 12, 2026

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5 minutes

Serves 16 servings

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This ultra-creamy vegan sauce is easy to make and ready in minutes. Using my background in food science, I’ve created a copycat chipotle Bitchin’ sauce recipe that rivals the store-bought version. Pair it with crackers and veggies, or spread it on your favorite sandwich!

“Bitchin’ Sauce” got its start at farmers’ markets in San Diego, where it was sold as a vegan creamy condiment. This almond-based dip started with three flavors: original, chipotle, and pesto. It’s now sold nationwide but can be difficult to find in some areas.

But the thing is, I think everyone should try it, so I’ve deconstructed the ingredient label to create a chipotle sauce that’s as close to the real thing as possible! It’s also far cheaper to make your own vegan sauce because, as we all know, store-bought sauces are not cheap.

this sauce is Straight Up addicting

Great for large batches. Rather than buying multiple containers of the sauce, just whip up one large batch at home for meal prep or guests.
Save money by making this at home with some basic pantry staple ingredients.
It tastes just like the real thing! By reverse-engineering the label, I’ve been able to almost completely duplicate the sauce in the comfort of your own kitchen.

here’s what you’ll need

To make this almond-based dip, I turned to the ingredients label! The ingredients listed here are also in the store-bought version.

Water: Acts as the base liquid to achieve the right consistency for our sauce. It helps blend the ingredients smoothly and makes the sauce creamy without overpowering the flavors.
Neutral Oil (Vegetable or Canola): Provides a rich, smooth texture and helps to emulsify the sauce. The neutral flavor ensures it won’t compete with the other ingredients but will add a necessary fattiness for a creamy consistency.
Almonds: Adds a delightful nutty flavor and contributes to the creamy texture of the sauce. Almonds are also a great source of healthy fats, which help make the sauce rich and satisfying.
Lemon Juice: Adds a bright, tangy kick that balances the richness of the sauce.
Nutritional Yeast: Provides a cheesy, umami flavor without using dairy. It’s essential for that savory depth and complexity that makes the sauce irresistible!
Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce: Delivers smoky heat and a hint of sweetness, giving the sauce its signature spicy kick.
Soy Sauce: Introduces a salty, umami flavor that enhances the depth of the sauce.
Garlic: Adds an aromatic kick!
Spices (Salt, Paprika, Cumin, Ground Coriander): This blend of spices brings a well-rounded depth to the sauce.

To Soak Or Not To Soak

Some almond sauce recipes require soaking raw almonds for a smoother texture, but it’s not required for this recipe (as long as you have a high-speed blender). Bitchin sauce naturally has an inconsistent texture anyways, and shouldn’t be ultra-smooth when finished.

Ingredients for making homemade bitchin sauce.

Recipe Tip

This sauce will thicken as it sits in the fridge, so don’t be too concerned if it seems runny at first!

Store bought vs homemade bitchin sauce. — Depending on whether you want to use this sauce as a dip or on veggie burgers, you can add more water or more almonds to achieve your perfect texture.

ways to use your sauce

Obviously, it’s delicious with vegetables and chips, but here are some more tasty ideas!

Naan Bread is delicious dipped in this spicy sauce.
15-Minute Avocado Sandwich turns spicy with chipotle sauce.
Cheesy Egg Breakfast Sandwiches, my personal favorite!

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