Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

These buffalo cauliflower bites are a fun, crunchy snack that just happens to be plant-based. Cauliflower brings some fiber and vitamin C to the table, and baking keeps things lighter than traditional fried options. Serve with crisp celery sticks and a little ranch dip for that classic balance of spicy and cool.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornmeal or breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and plant-based milk until smooth.

Step 3

Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, shake off excess, and place on the baking sheet in a single layer.

Step 4

Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until lightly golden and starting to crisp.

Step 5

Mix buffalo hot sauce with melted butter or oil. Remove the cauliflower from the oven, toss in the sauce to coat, then return to the oven for another 10–15 minutes.

Step 6

While the bites finish baking, whisk together all the ranch ingredients in a small bowl. Chill until ready to serve.

Step 7

Serve the buffalo cauliflower bites hot, garnished with fresh parsley and paired with crunchy celery sticks and ranch dip.