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Buffalo cauliflower bites on a gray plate, coated in a light orange buffalo sauce with a soft baked batter, served with celery sticks and a small bowl of ranch dressing.

Crispy Baked Buffalo Baked Cauliflower Bites (Easy Recipe)


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  • Author: Bailey Sissom
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

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.


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

  1. 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.
  2. Add the cauliflower florets (1 head) and toss until the pieces are evenly coated, letting excess batter drip off.
  3. 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.
  4. Warm the buffalo sauce (½ cup) in a small saucepan, then toss the baked cauliflower in the warm sauce.
  5. 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