If you’re craving something spicy, crispy, and totally satisfying without the deep fryer, this baked Buffalo Cauliflower recipe is for you. Made with a simple buttermilk and flour batter, seasoned with paprika and tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, these cauliflower bites bake up golden and flavorful. They’re the perfect vegetarian game day snack, appetizer, or party platter staple. With just a few pantry ingredients and under an hour in the oven, you can serve up this crowd-pleasing dish that’s big on flavor and low on fuss.
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (Baked)
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
45
minutesCalories
180
kcalIngredients
1 head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp paprika
Salt & pepper, to taste
1/2 cup buffalo sauce (for batter)
1/2 cup additional buffalo sauce (for tossing)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, salt, pepper, buttermilk, and 1/2 cup buffalo sauce until smooth.
- Toss cauliflower florets in the batter to coat evenly, then place on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Remove from oven and toss cauliflower in remaining buffalo sauce.
- Return to oven for another 15 minutes until crispy and caramelized.
- Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dip!
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