Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe
These baked Buffalo cauliflower bites are crispy, spicy, and incredibly flavorful. Coated in a light batter, baked until golden, and tossed in tangy Buffalo sauce, they make the perfect vegetarian appetizer, snack, or game-day favorite.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Whisk
- Small bowl
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 large head cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Buffalo Sauce
- ½ cup Buffalo hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
For Serving
- Ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add the cauliflower florets and toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange the coated cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until lightly golden and crispy.
- In a small bowl, mix Buffalo sauce, melted butter, and honey if using.
- Remove the cauliflower from the oven and toss with the Buffalo sauce mixture until fully coated.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until caramelized and crispy.
- Serve immediately with ranch dressing, celery sticks, and carrot sticks.
