Air Fryer Cauliflower Buffalo Wings

Air Fryer Cauliflower Buffalo Wings

3.8(12)

Meet your newest air fryer obsession. These cauliflower buffalo wings are super crunchy, packed with flavor, and the perfect healthier alternative to traditional wings. We use cake flour instead of all-purpose flour for a lighter, crunchier breading. However, if you’re in a pinch, you can use all-purpose. Be careful not to overmix the batter or you could end up with a dense, soggy coating.

Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Yield
2 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup cake flour (60 g), plus 2 tablespoons
  • ¾ cup cornstarch (95 g), divided
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus more to taste
  • ¾ cup sparkling water (180 mL), cold
  • 3 cups cauliflower florets (450 g)
  • ½ cup buffalo hot sauce (120 mL)
  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • sauce of choice, for dipping

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 522
  • Fat 6g
  • Carbs 107g
  • Fiber 7g
  • Sugar 31g
  • Protein 9g

How to Make It

1. Step
Preheat the air fryer to 425°F (220°C) for 5 minutes.
2. Step
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, ½ cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch, the baking powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Slowly whisk in the sparkling water until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are okay.
3. Step
In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with the remaining ¼ cup cornstarch and ½ teaspoon salt.
4. Step
Shake off any excess cornstarch, then dip the cauliflower in the wet batter, letting any excess drip off.
5. Step
Working in batches, add the cauliflower to the air fryer in a single layer and cook for 5 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the air fryer and repeat with the remaining florets.
6. Step
Meanwhile, make the sauce: Add the hot sauce, butter, and honey to a small skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the sauce is evenly combined.
7. Step
In a large bowl, toss the fried cauliflower with the buffalo sauce until well coated.
8. Step
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
9. Step
Enjoy!
10. Step
RECIPE BY: Kelly Paige

Tags

VegetarianUnder 1 HourUnder 45 MinutesUnder 30 MinutesHigh-FiberAppetizersGame DayMixing BowlSidesWhiskHappy HourLiquid Measuring CupBig BatchMeasuring SpoonsAir FryerAmericanDry Measuring Cups

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