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Crispy Buffalo Baked Cauliflower Wings

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A crispy, smoky, and spicy buffalo cauliflower wings recipe that’s a healthier, plant-based alternative to traditional wings. Perfect for game day or casual snacking with a bold smoky paprika twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (90 g) or gluten-free flour blend
  • 3/4 cup water (180 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (120 ml), medium heat
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted vegan butter
  • Optional garnish: chopped fresh parsley or celery sticks

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut cauliflower into evenly sized florets about 1.5 inches each. Rinse and pat dry thoroughly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, water, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt until smooth and thick enough to coat the florets.
  3. Add cauliflower florets to the batter and toss gently until fully coated. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange battered florets spaced apart on the sheet.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes at 425°F (220°C). Flip each piece halfway through baking.
  6. Mix buffalo sauce with olive oil or melted vegan butter in a large bowl.
  7. Toss baked cauliflower florets in the buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
  8. Return coated wings to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with parsley or serve with celery sticks.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan to avoid sogginess. Pat cauliflower dry before battering. Flip halfway through baking for even crispiness. For extra crunch, broil 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely. Let wings rest on a cooling rack after baking to maintain crispiness. Use gluten-free flour for a GF version and olive oil instead of butter for dairy-free/vegan.

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