Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, milk, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add cauliflower florets to the batter and toss to coat evenly. Shake off excess batter and arrange florets in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
- Meanwhile, whisk together melted butter, buffalo sauce, and honey or maple syrup if using.
- Remove cauliflower from oven and brush or gently toss with buffalo sauce. Return to oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until edges are crispy.
- Remove from oven and cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Notes
For maximum crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pan and serve immediately after baking. These bites can be made vegan with plant-based milk and vegan butter, or gluten-free using a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
