Description
Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are a spicy, crispy, and healthier alternative to traditional wings. Coated in a seasoned batter and oven-baked until golden, these cauliflower bites are tossed in tangy buffalo sauce for a crowd-pleasing, meat-free snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup water or plant-based milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional: 2 tbsp melted butter or vegan butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, water or plant-based milk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to form a smooth batter.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, letting excess drip off, then place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until lightly golden and crisp.
- While baking, mix buffalo sauce with melted butter (if using) for a richer flavor.
- Remove cauliflower from the oven and gently toss in buffalo sauce to coat.
- Return coated florets to the baking sheet and bake for another 10–15 minutes until crispy and caramelized.
- Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks, if desired.
Notes
Use gluten-free or chickpea flour for a gluten-free version.Add panko breadcrumbs after dipping for extra crunch.Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes as an alternative method.Mix buffalo sauce with more butter for a milder taste.Reheat in oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness—avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
