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Crispy air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites coated in spicy sauce, served with ranch dip and celery sticks on a white plate.

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Crispy, spicy, and totally addictive — these Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are the ultimate healthy alternative to chicken wings. Perfect for game day, parties, or guilt-free snacking!
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • - 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
  • - 1/2 cup flour or almond flour
  • - 1/2 cup milk or plant-based milk
  • - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • - 1/2 tsp paprika
  • - 1/2 tsp salt
  • - 1/4 tsp pepper
  • - 1/3 cup hot sauce like Frank’s or homemade buffalo sauce
  • - 1 tbsp butter melted or dairy-free alternative

Equipment

  • - Air fryer
  • - Mixing bowl
  • - Tongs
  • - Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, milk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss cauliflower florets in the batter until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  5. Mix hot sauce with melted butter and toss the cooked cauliflower in the sauce.
  6. Return to air fryer for 3–5 more minutes for extra crispiness.
  7. Serve immediately with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dip

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 140 | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Carbs: 18g
Expert Tips:
- Make them gluten-free using almond or chickpea flour.
- For extra spice, add cayenne to the batter.
- Perfect for game day platters or healthy snacking.
- Serve with Greek yogurt ranch for a protein boost.