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Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Wings Easy Vegan Super Bowl Snack Recipe

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These crispy buffalo cauliflower wings deliver a fiery, tangy kick perfect for game day. Vegan, allergy-friendly, and unbelievably crispy, they make a bold, plant-based snack that rivals traditional wings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets (about 4 cups)
  • 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour (can substitute chickpea or rice flour for gluten-free)
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) unsweetened plant-based milk (almond or oat milk recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buffalo-style hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) vegan butter or margarine, melted
  • Optional: celery sticks and vegan ranch or blue cheese dressing for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, plant-based milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt until the batter is thick but pourable. Add more milk if too thick.
  3. Toss the cauliflower florets into the batter, stirring gently until fully coated.
  4. Arrange the coated florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the batter is firm and starting to brown, flipping each floret halfway through baking.
  6. While baking, melt the vegan butter and mix with the hot sauce until smooth.
  7. Remove the cauliflower from the oven and immediately toss in the buffalo sauce until well coated.
  8. Return the sauced cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for another 5-7 minutes at 450°F (230°C) to caramelize the sauce.
  9. Remove from oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, and serve hot with optional celery sticks and vegan ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Notes

Use a high oven temperature (450°F) for crispiness. Flip florets halfway through baking to ensure even crisping. The second bake after tossing in sauce caramelizes the sauce and prevents sogginess. For extra crunch, broil 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully. To make gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with chickpea or rice flour. Air fryer method: air fry at 400°F for 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway.

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