Description

This Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe delivers crispy, flavorful cauliflower florets coated in spicy buffalo sauce. It’s an easy, healthier alternative to traditional buffalo wings, perfect for snacking or appetizers. With minimal ingredients and quick cooking in the air fryer, you can enjoy a crowd-pleasing, guilt-free treat in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat, ensuring a crispy finish for the cauliflower.
Prepare Cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until each piece is evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer inside the air fryer basket to promote even cooking and crispiness.
Cook Cauliflower: Air fry the florets for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure all sides get evenly cooked and crispy.
Serve Hot: Carefully remove the buffalo cauliflower from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese dressing for a perfect spicy snack.

Notes

For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce according to your preferred spice level.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for best texture.
This recipe is vegan-friendly when using vegan buffalo sauce and dipping sauces.
To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure the buffalo sauce and seasonings contain no gluten ingredients.