Buffalo Cauliflower Wings Snack (Print)

Crispy spiced cauliflower bites with tangy buffalo sauce and cool ranch, ideal for party platters or snacking.

# Ingredients:

→ Buffalo Cauliflower

01 - 1 large head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into bite-sized florets (about 5 cups)
02 - 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (or substitute with regular all-purpose flour as needed)
03 - 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (such as almond or soy; or use regular milk as desired)
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
09 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (use dairy-free alternative for vegan preparation if needed)
10 - Cooking spray or neutral oil for brushing

→ Ranch Dipping Sauce

11 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or unsweetened vegan yogurt
12 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or vegan mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
15 - 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
17 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
18 - Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
19 - 1 to 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy) to thin, if necessary

→ For Serving

20 - Celery sticks
21 - Carrot sticks
22 - Extra fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 450°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and mist lightly with cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, plant-based milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and ground black pepper until a smooth batter forms.
03 - Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring florets are spaced apart.
04 - Bake for 15 minutes until florets begin to brown and crisp at the edges.
05 - Meanwhile, whisk together buffalo sauce and melted butter in a small bowl. Remove cauliflower from the oven and gently toss florets in the buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated. Return florets to baking sheet.
06 - Continue baking for an additional 10 minutes, or until the sauce is set and the cauliflower edges are crisp.
07 - While cauliflower bakes, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, chives, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. If desired, thin with 1–2 tablespoons of milk to achieve a creamy, dipping consistency.
08 - Transfer baked buffalo cauliflower to a serving platter. Sprinkle with extra chopped chives. Present immediately alongside celery sticks, carrot sticks, and ranch dipping sauce.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Uses familiar ingredients you probably already have at home
  • No deep frying and minimal oil for an easy cleanup
  • Quick to prep and bake in under an hour
  • Easily adjusted for gluten-free or vegan lifestyles
02 -
  • High in fiber from cauliflower to keep you satisfied
  • Simple to make entirely vegan and gluten-free
  • Even carnivores love these as a main or starter
03 -
  • Always use parchment so the wings do not stick and fall apart when turning
  • Do not crowd your baking sheet, this allows for maximum crisp
  • For the dreamiest ranch go heavy on fresh herbs and taste as you go

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