Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
If you’re searching for a flavorful and guilt-free snack, look no further than this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe! Perfectly crispy and bursting with bold buffalo flavor, these cauliflower bites are an ideal choice for game nights or busy weeknights when you crave something satisfying without the meat. The air fryer makes it possible to enjoy that delightful crunch without excess oil, allowing you to indulge without worry. This versatile dish can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light meal paired with fresh veggies. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- 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
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Coat each cauliflower floret in the batter and shake off excess.
- Place in the air fryer in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Mix buffalo sauce with melted butter in a bowl.
- Toss the cooked cauliflower in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 140g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg