Description
These Easy Crispy One Pan Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are a delicious, spicy, and healthier alternative to traditional wings. Baked to perfection, they’re crispy, flavorful, and perfect for game nights, parties, or snacks. Ready in under 50 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water (or plant-based milk for extra crispiness)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (or plant-based alternative)
- Cooking spray or additional oil for baking
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a lightly greased silicone mat.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, water (or plant-based milk), garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until a smooth batter forms.
Step 2: Coat the Cauliflower
- Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss until evenly coated in the batter.
- Shake off any excess batter and arrange the florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 3: Bake Until Crispy
- Lightly spray the cauliflower with cooking spray or drizzle with a little olive oil for extra crispiness.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the florets are golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Toss in Buffalo Sauce
- In a separate bowl, mix the buffalo sauce with melted butter.
- Remove the cauliflower from the oven and toss it in the buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
Step 5: Final Bake
- Return the coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until caramelized and slightly crispy.
- Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Extra Crunchy: Add ½ cup of panko breadcrumbs to the batter.
- Mild Version: Reduce the buffalo sauce and mix with honey for a sweeter flavor.
- Air Fryer Method: Cook at 375°F for about 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: buffalo cauliflower wings, crispy cauliflower, vegan buffalo wings, easy baked cauliflower, spicy cauliflower bites