Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (Printable)

Golden cauliflower florets baked to crisp and coated in spicy buffalo sauce with creamy ranch side.

# What you'll need:

→ Cauliflower Bites

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→ Buffalo Sauce

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→ Homemade Ranch Dressing

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# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray or brush with oil.

02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the milk until a smooth batter forms.

03 - Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then coat evenly in panko breadcrumbs. Arrange florets on the prepared baking sheet.

04 - Lightly spray or drizzle the coated florets with oil. Bake for 20 minutes, turning once halfway, until golden and crisp.

05 - In a small bowl, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, and honey or maple syrup (if using).

06 - Remove the cauliflower from the oven and transfer to a large bowl. Pour buffalo sauce over the hot florets and gently toss to coat.

07 - Return coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes until crispy and caramelized.

08 - While the bites finish baking, whisk together all ranch dressing ingredients in a bowl. Adjust seasoning and consistency with extra milk if desired.

09 - Serve the crispy buffalo cauliflower bites hot with ranch dressing on the side for dipping.

# Expert Suggestions:

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The panko creates this incredible shatter-crust that actually stays crispy under the sauce
You get all the spicy comfort of buffalo wings without needing a deep fryer

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Don't overcrowd the baking sheet or the cauliflower will steam instead of crisp
Let the battered florets sit for a minute after dipping so the panko really sticks

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Leftovers reheat beautifully at 400°F for about 10 minutes to restore the crunch
Air fryer instructions work too at 375°F for 12-15 minutes with a shake halfway

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