Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are a crispy, flavorful plant-based alternative to traditional wings, featuring tender cauliflower florets coated in a seasoned batter and tossed in a spicy Buffalo sauce. Perfect for game days, parties, appetizers, or healthy snacking, these oven-baked or air-fried wings deliver bold flavor and irresistible crunch in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water or milk
- ¾ cup Buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or plant-based butter
- Cooking spray or 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and water until a smooth batter forms.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing any excess batter to drip off.
- Arrange the coated florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Lightly spray with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp.
- While the cauliflower bakes, whisk together the Buffalo sauce and melted butter in a separate bowl.
- Remove the cauliflower from the oven and carefully toss the florets in the Buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
- Return the coated florets to the baking sheet.
- Bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until crispy and caramelized around the edges.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and fresh vegetables.
Notes
For extra crispy wings, place the florets on a wire rack set over the baking sheet.Air Fryer Method: Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through, then toss with Buffalo sauce and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes.Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the batter for extra heat.Use gluten-free flour and cornstarch for a gluten-free version.Vegan versions can be made using plant-based milk and vegan butter.Best served immediately for maximum crispness.
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