Best Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
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Kinda' spicy, ultra crispy, and oh-so-delicious, these Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are always a hit at any Super Bowl or game day party! Florets are tossed in a simple batter of flour, water and seasonings, baked in the oven until crispy, and then coated in a homemade buffalo sauce.
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Ingredients
Battered Cauliflower
- ¾ cup water
- ¾ cup flour all purpose or gluten-free
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ½ tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. salt to taste
- 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets, about 6 cups
Buffalo Sauce
- ½ cup Frank’s hot sauce
- 2 Tbsp. butter melted
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. salt to taste
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Batter Cauliflower: In a large bowl whisk together water, flour, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add cauliflower florets and toss until well coated.
- Bake in Oven: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and spread cauliflower out in a single layer. (Make sure none of them are touching or else they won't crisp up!) Bake in preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until batter becomes crispy.
- Mix Buffalo Sauce: While cauliflower is baking combine hot sauce, melted butter, ½ teaspoon garlic powder and ½ teaspoon salt in another large bowl. Whisk until well combined.
- Toss and Bake: Add baked cauliflower to the bowl with buffalo sauce and toss to combine. Return cauliflower back to the parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. (If cauliflower is on the soggier side, keep baking and checking in 5 minute intervals.)
- Serve buffalo cauliflower bites immediately with homemade ranch dressing, vegan if needed, and celery sticks. Enjoy!
Notes
- Prep-Ahead Instructions
- Chop the cauliflower into florets, mix the flour and dry seasonings, and make up the sauce in advance.
- Storage Directions
- Arrange leftovers in a single layer in a large plastic, airtight container. Place pieces of wax paper between the layers to prevent them from sticking together. Refrigerate for up to 3-5 days.
- To freeze, seal in an airtight freezer-safe container with parchment paper separating any layers. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. But do note, the texture will change drastically once thawed! For the crispiest results, return the bites to a baking sheet and bake, uncovered, at 350°F or until heated through. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- Recipe Tips
- Frank’s hot sauce, Crystal hot sauce, and Sriracha sauce all work in this recipe.
- Can use vegan “butter” sticks if vegan or dairy-free.
- Cut big. Shoot for slightly larger florets to get the perfect cauliflower-to-coating ratio.
- Mix well. Using a whisk to mix both the batter and the sauce ensures all of the ingredients are evenly dispersed.
- Pick a favorite. Choose a spicy sauce you love the flavor of since it makes up the majority of the taste.
- Elevate the florets. Bake the cauliflower on a wire rack so the hot air can completely surround all sides for the crispiest results.
- Save time. Prepare the cauliflower, mix the dry batter ingredients, and make the sauce in advance.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
84kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.2g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
8mg
(3%)
Sodium
863mg
(36%)
Potassium
205mg
(6%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
244IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
30mg
(33%)
Calcium
25mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 84 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 84kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 863mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 205mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 244IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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