Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Get ready to indulge in a delightful and spicy treat with this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe! Perfect as a snack or appetizer, these crispy cauliflower bites capture the bold flavors of traditional buffalo wings, without any meat or excessive oil. Easily prepared in under 30 minutes, this dish is not only family-friendly but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy movie night, this guilt-free snack is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut cauliflower into uniform bite-sized florets.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika until smooth.
- Coat each floret with the batter; shake off excess.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray basket with cooking spray.
- Place coated florets in a single layer in the basket; air fry for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Mix buffalo sauce and melted butter in a bowl; toss cooked cauliflower in this mixture.
- Serve warm with dipping sauces like ranch or celery sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg