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
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.
