Crispy Baked Buffalo Baked Cauliflower Bites (Easy Recipe)
Crispy Buffalo Baked Cauliflower Bites are made with tender cauliflower florets coated in a light batter and baked until golden brown before being tossed in your favorite buffalo sauce.
- Total Time45 minutes
- Yield4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour (½ cup)
- water (½ cup)
- garlic powder (½ tsp)
- onion powder (½ tsp)
- salt (½ tsp)
- pepper (¼ tsp)
- cauliflower florets (1 head)
- buffalo sauce (½ cup)
Instructions
- Whisk all-purpose flour (½ cup), water (½ cup), garlic powder (½ tsp), onion powder (½ tsp), salt (½ tsp), and pepper (¼ tsp) in a large bowl until smooth.
- Add the cauliflower florets (1 head) and toss until the pieces are evenly coated, letting excess batter drip off.
- Spread the coated cauliflower on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 450°F for 20 minutes, then flip and bake for another 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Warm the buffalo sauce (½ cup) in a small saucepan, then toss the baked cauliflower in the warm sauce.
- Return the sauced bites to the oven for 5–8 minutes to set the coating before serving.
Notes
Air-fryer: Cook the battered cauliflower florets at 400° F for 12-14 minutes, shaking halfway, until the edges are golden brown. Transfer the hot pieces to a large bowl and toss with 1/2 cup of buffalo sauce, then return them to the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to help the sauce adhere. Work in batches for the best results - overcrowding leads to a softer texture.
Nutrition Information: This is an estimate generated using Nutrifox. For the most accurate results, input the exact ingredients and brands you use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 4.1 g
- Sodium: 354.7 mg
- Fat: 0.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 23.3 g
- Protein: 5.8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
