Buffalo Cauliflower Wings: Crispy, Spicy, and Irresistibly Delicious
Crispy baked cauliflower florets coated in a tangy buffalo sauce, a flavorful vegetarian alternative to traditional wings, perfect for game day or parties!
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Spatula
Ingredients
For Cauliflower Wings
- 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup milk (regular or plant-based)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- 0.5 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing optional
- 4 sticks celery cut into sticks
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl until smooth batter forms.
- Dip cauliflower florets into batter, coating evenly. Arrange on baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake cauliflower for 20 minutes until lightly golden and crisp.
- Remove cauliflower from oven, toss gently in buffalo sauce to evenly coat.
- Return to oven for another 10 minutes until crisp and sauce is caramelized.
- Serve immediately with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Video
Notes
Adjust spice level by using more or less buffalo sauce. For crispier texture, broil cauliflower for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end.
