Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower 🌶️🥦✨
Crispy, spicy, and completely addictive — this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower is the ultimate healthy snack or appetizer! 💥 These golden bites are perfectly seasoned, air-fried to crunchy perfection, then tossed in zesty buffalo sauce. Whether you’re looking for a game-day snack, a meatless appetizer, or a flavorful side dish, these cauliflower wings are guaranteed to wow every crowd.
⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1 tbsp melted butter (optional, for richer flavor)
Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped (for garnish)
For Serving:
Ranch or blue cheese dressing
Celery sticks
Carrot sticks
Instructions:
1. Prep the cauliflower:
Wash and cut cauliflower into evenly sized florets so they cook evenly.
2. Make the batter:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Coat the florets:
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, shaking off excess, then place on a parchment-lined tray.
4. Air fry until crispy:
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange battered cauliflower in a single layer in the basket (work in batches if needed). Cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
5. Toss in buffalo sauce:
In a large bowl, mix buffalo sauce with melted butter (if using). Add hot cauliflower and toss until fully coated.
6. Garnish & serve:
Sprinkle with parsley or green onions and serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dip, celery, and carrots.
Tips & Variations:
✅ Make it vegan by using plant-based milk and skipping the butter.
✅ Add extra heat by mixing cayenne pepper into the batter.
✅ Try BBQ or teriyaki sauce instead of buffalo for a fun twist.
✅ Keep leftovers crisp by reheating in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes.