Description

These Golden Crispy Cauliflower Bites are a delicious vegan appetizer or healthy snack. Baked to perfection, they are crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a crowd-pleasing dish for any occasion.

Ingredients

Batter:

1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup cold water (plus more if needed)

Coating:

1 cup panko breadcrumbs
cooking spray or oil for baking

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Gradually add cold water, whisking until smooth.
Coat the cauliflower: Dip florets into the batter, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
Bake: Arrange coated florets on the baking sheet, spray with cooking oil, and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Serve: Warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

For extra heat, add cayenne pepper to the batter.
These can also be air fried at 400°F for about 15 minutes.
Try serving with buffalo sauce, ranch, or garlic aioli.