Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe
Indulge in a healthier, plant-based twist on a classic favorite with this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe. These crispy cauliflower bites deliver the bold flavors of traditional buffalo wings while being completely meat-free, making them perfect for game days, parties, or as a delightful snack. The air fryer ensures each floret is cooked to golden perfection with minimal oil, allowing you to enjoy guilt-free indulgence. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce and some crunchy celery sticks for the ultimate experience. Whether you’re entertaining guests or prepping meals for the week, this easy recipe will impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Coat each cauliflower floret in the batter and shake off excess.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Place coated florets in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- While cooking, mix buffalo sauce with melted butter in a separate bowl.
- Toss cooked cauliflower in buffalo sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 cauliflower bites (90g)
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 438mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg