Vegetarian Honey BBQ Boneless Wings

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of these Vegetarian Honey BBQ Boneless Wings, a meat-free twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with bite-sized cauliflower florets, these crispy, golden "wings" are baked—not fried—for a lighter yet satisfyingly crunchy texture. The secret? A perfectly seasoned batter of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of almond milk, paired with a crisp panko breadcrumb coating. Tossed in a luscious honey BBQ glaze made with melted butter for velvety richness, these wings boast the perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for game day, parties, or simply satisfying your craving for finger-licking goodness. Serve these vegetarian delights warm, and don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh herbs or sesame seeds for an extra pop of flavor and presentation!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large head Cauliflower
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are roughly the same size for even cooking.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, almond milk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, and then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well.

Step 5

Place the coated florets onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Lightly brush or spray with vegetable oil to promote crispiness.

Step 6

Bake the cauliflower for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the honey BBQ sauce. In a small saucepan, combine honey, BBQ sauce, and butter over medium heat. Stir until the butter melts and the sauce is heated through.

Step 8

Once the cauliflower is done baking, remove it from the oven and toss it gently with the honey BBQ sauce until all pieces are well coated.

Step 9

Return the sauced cauliflower wings to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize slightly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with chopped herbs or sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1723.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2311.9

Total Fat 59.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.4g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 4111.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 411.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.1g	0%
Total Sugars 179.5g
Protein 53.4g	0%

Vitamin D 92.3IU	0%
Calcium 840.8mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 3395.8mg	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: 22.4%

Protein: 8.9%

Carbs: 68.7%