Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
These Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are crispy, spicy, and utterly addictive! Perfect as a snack or appetizer with bold buffalo flavor and a tender bite.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjustable to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt until smooth and thick enough to coat.
- Add the cauliflower florets into the batter and toss until each piece is fully coated.
- Place the coated florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- While baking, combine the buffalo sauce and olive oil in a large bowl.
- Once baked and crispy, toss the cauliflower bites immediately in the buffalo sauce mixture.
- Return the sauced cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes to crisp up the sauce.
- Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or fork
- Tongs or spatula
Notes
- Toss cauliflower florets one at a time in batter to prevent sticking.
- Bake at high heat and flip halfway for crispy edges.
- Toss bites in sauce while hot for better absorption.
- Adjust batter thickness by adding flour or water as needed.
- Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge for 3-4 days, reheat in oven or air fryer.