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Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

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Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are a healthier, crispy alternative to traditional buffalo wings. These cauliflower florets are coated in a flavorful batter, baked to perfection, and tossed in spicy buffalo sauce for a satisfying, guilt-free snack or appetizer.

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for a gluten-free option)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup water (or almond milk for a dairy-free option)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Prepare the cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
  3. Make the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and water (or almond milk) until smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat the cauliflower.
  4. Coat the cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place the coated florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Bake the cauliflower: Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  6. Prepare the buffalo sauce: While the cauliflower is baking, combine the buffalo sauce and olive oil in a small bowl and stir to combine.
  7. Toss the cauliflower: Once the cauliflower is crispy and browned, remove from the oven, drizzle with buffalo sauce, and toss to coat evenly.
  8. Return to the oven: Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the sauce to set and the cauliflower to crisp further.
  9. Serve: Serve the buffalo cauliflower wings hot, with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch or blue cheese, and garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

Gluten-free: Use chickpea flour or rice flour for a gluten-free option.Vegan: This recipe is naturally vegan; just use a plant-based buffalo sauce and dairy-free milk.Extra crispy: Coat the cauliflower in breadcrumbs or panko for an even crunchier texture.Spicy variation: Add cayenne pepper or extra hot sauce to the batter for an extra spicy kick.Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-15 minutes to restore the crunch.

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