Baked Vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

Crispy, flavorful, and undeniably addictive, these Baked Vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are the perfect plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. Made with tender cauliflower florets coated in a spiced batter and crunchy breadcrumbs, then baked to golden perfection, these wings are tossed in a zesty homemade buffalo sauce for the ultimate kick. This healthier alternative to traditional wings is effortlessly baked, not fried, and can be served with creamy ranch or tangy blue cheese dressing for dipping. Whether you're hosting a game day party, serving up appetizers, or satisfying a spicy snack craving, this quick and easy recipe is guaranteed to be a hit with both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.75 cup Milk (plant-based or dairy)
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup Buffalo sauce
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter or vegan butter
• 0 Ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower head into bite-sized florets, discarding the stem and leaves.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk to the bowl and whisk until a smooth batter forms.

Step 5

Place the breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl.

Step 6

Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, letting any excess drip off, then coat it in breadcrumbs. Place the coated florets onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

While the cauliflower bakes, prepare the buffalo sauce by melting the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the buffalo sauce and mix until combined. Remove from heat.

Step 9

After 20 minutes of baking, remove the cauliflower from the oven and toss the florets in the buffalo sauce until fully coated.

Step 10

Place the sauced cauliflower back onto the baking sheet and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until crispy.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Serve with your favorite ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional) and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1201.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1484.4

Total Fat 51.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 85.9mg	0%
Sodium 7874.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 30.1g
Protein 49.1g	0%

Vitamin D 93.3IU	0%
Calcium 493.3mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2570.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.1%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 57.2%