Enjoy a spicy twist on a classic favorite with this Cauliflower Buffalo Wings Recipe. Perfect for game days or as a delicious snack!

Scale

1 medium head of cauliflower – cut into bite-sized florets (about 4–5 cups)

1 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for a gluten-free option)

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (for extra flavor)

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

3/4 cup water (or non-dairy milk for a creamier texture)

1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the baking sheet)

1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot or any preferred brand)

2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or dairy-free butter for a vegan option)

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional

for extra heat)

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and grease a baking sheet with olive oil.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and water until smooth.
Dip each cauliflower floret in the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated, and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the cauliflower wings for 20 minutes, turning them halfway through.
While the cauliflower wings are baking, prepare the Buffalo sauce by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then whisk in the hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne pepper.
Remove the wings from the oven and coat them in the Buffalo sauce, then return them to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce!

Feel free to adjust the amount of hot sauce based on your spice preference.

Keywords: Cauliflower Buffalo Wings, spicy recipe, gluten-free, vegan, game day snack