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Crispy Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Wings Recipe with Easy Spicy Glaze

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A healthier, crispy baked alternative to traditional buffalo wings using cauliflower florets coated in a flavorful batter and tossed in a spicy buffalo glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) water
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil, for brushing
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) hot sauce (classic buffalo sauce like Frank’s RedHot recommended)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (can substitute vegan butter or coconut oil for vegan)
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
  • Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley, celery sticks

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth and free of lumps. The batter should be thick like pancake batter; add a splash more water if too thick.
  3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, coating fully but not dripping excessively. Place coated florets on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Brush or lightly drizzle olive oil over the coated florets.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping the florets halfway through at 10 minutes to ensure even crisping.
  6. While baking, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, and honey or maple syrup in a small bowl to make the spicy glaze.
  7. Remove cauliflower from oven and toss florets gently in the spicy glaze until well coated.
  8. Return glazed cauliflower to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes to caramelize the glaze and lock in flavor.
  9. Let the wings cool for a few minutes, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve with celery sticks or your favorite dip.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the baking tray to avoid steaming the florets. The batter should be thick enough to stick well. Brushing olive oil before baking is essential for crispiness. For extra crunch, broil for 1-2 minutes after glazing but watch carefully to prevent burning. Butter in the glaze balances acidity and adds richness; substitute with vegan butter or coconut oil for a vegan version.

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