Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Get ready to indulge in the perfect balance of spice and crunch with these irresistible Buffalo Cauliflower Bites! This oven-baked, vegetarian twist on the classic buffalo wings delivers crispy, golden cauliflower coated in a zesty batter seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Tossed in a smoky, buttery, and slightly sweet buffalo sauce, these bites pack big flavor without the guilt. Simple to prepare and ready in under 45 minutes, they’re perfect as an appetizer, snack, or game-day favorite. Serve them with a side of creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping, and watch them disappear! Whether you’re catering to a vegetarian crowd or simply looking for a healthier option, these bites are a spicy, crowd-pleasing winner. Perfect Buffalo Cauliflower Bites every time—no frying required!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole head cauliflower
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or vegan butter)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or agave syrup)
- olive oil spray
- ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, removing any large stems.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth to form a batter.
Add the cauliflower florets to the batter, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
Arrange the battered cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch each other.
Lightly spray the cauliflower with olive oil spray to help with browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
While the cauliflower is baking, combine hot sauce, butter, and honey in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until the butter is melted and the ingredients are fully combined. Remove from heat.
Once the cauliflower is done baking, place it in a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the cauliflower and gently toss to coat each piece.
Return the sauced cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes until well-coated and crispy.
Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.6 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.1 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 5351 mg | 233% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.1 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2490 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
