Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Experience the bold and spicy flavors of Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower, a delightful twist on traditional buffalo wings that’s entirely plant-based. This recipe is perfect for game days, parties, or just a quick snack at home. The cauliflower florets are coated in a flavorful batter and air-fried to crispy perfection with minimal oil. Tossed in a zesty buffalo sauce, these bites are sure to satisfy your cravings without the meat. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces and enjoy a healthier alternative that doesn’t skimp on taste!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by cutting it into uniform florets.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Coat each cauliflower floret with the batter and shake off any excess.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Place battered cauliflower in a single layer in the basket and air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown.
- While cooking, mix buffalo sauce with melted butter in a bowl.
- Once cooked, toss the cauliflower in the buffalo sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg