Name: Air Fryer Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 31 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Ingredients; 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets; ½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 flour); ½ cup water (or milk for a richer batter); 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; ½ tsp salt; ½ cup buffalo sauce (like Frank's Red Hot); Ranch or blue cheese dressing, celery sticks after the initial cook prevents the bites from getting soggy.

Air Fryer Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 16 minutes

Additional Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 31 minutes

A fantastic vegetarian alternative to wings, these bites are tangy, spicy, and perfectly crispy without the guilt.

Ingredients

Ingredients
1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
½ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 flour)
½ cup water (or milk for a richer batter)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp salt

For coating:

½ cup buffalo sauce (like Frank’s Red Hot)

For serving:

Ranch or blue cheese dressing, celery sticks after the initial cook prevents the bites from getting soggy.

Instructions

Make Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, and salt until a smooth batter forms.
Coat Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower florets to the batter and toss until each piece is evenly coated.
Air Fry: Place the coated florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches to avoid crowding). Lightly spray with cooking spray.
Cook: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy
Coat in Sauce: Transfer the crispy cauliflower to a bowl, pour the buffalo sauce over them, and toss gently to coat.
Optional Second Crisp: Return the sauced cauliflower to the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 375°F to set the sauce.

Notes

Don't Crowd the Basket: This is crucial for getting crispy results instead of steamed cauliflower.

Spray for Crispiness: A light spritz of oil before cooking helps achieve a golden, crunchy exterior.

Sauce After: Coating in sauce

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size: 4
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 120Total Fat: 1gCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5g

Nutrition information isn't always accurate.