Buffalo Cauliflower Air Fryer Recipe (Without Flour)

Easy buffalo cauliflower air fryer recipe! These small cauliflower bites with buffalo sauce are a fun and easy appetizer or snack made with simple ingredients. Coat the cauliflower florets with buffalo sauce flavor, and air fry them to perfection!

These air fryer buffalo cauliflower bites are crisp outside, juicy in the middle, seasoned to perfection, and smothered in mouthwatering buffalo hot sauce. Maple syrup adds a little sweetness, while garlic and onion powder balance it with tangy, savory flavors. 

This low-carb buffalo cauliflower gets its crisp, almost meat-like texture entirely from how it’s cooked in the air fryer. The hot air ensures that the surface of every piece of cauliflower is heated quickly and evenly, giving a superb finish and no need to add bread crumbs.

If you’re looking for a way to sneak some extra veggies onto your plates, or you’re looking for a vegetarian entree option, then this buffalo cauliflower air fryer recipe is the right choice! In under half an hour, you’ll have a meal prepared that tastes like the deep-fried cauliflower wings everyone loves but is low in fat and packed full of essential nutrients.

Ingredients

**Find the full list of ingredients along with the recipe instructions at the end of this post**

How to make buffalo cauliflower in air fryer

Making buffalo cauliflower without flour in the air fryer is easy. It requires a few steps and around 15 minutes of cooking time.

1. In a large bowl, combine the ingredients and toss cauliflower florets in the mixture to coat completely.

1. Arrange cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook to 380ºF for 15 minutes or until fork-tender. Shake the basket or stir halfway through.
2. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Recipe tips

• Don’t marinade your cauliflower buffalo wings too far in advance - this can affect the texture of the cauliflower and cause it to become soggy. Instead, it’s best to marinade only when you are about to cook them.
• If you don’t like your food too spicy, use a milder buffalo-style hot sauce for the marinade. You’ll get all of the great flavors without a lot of heat!
• Don’t go too crazy with the sauce, as this can create a soggy texture. If you want to add extra, do it a little at a time.

How long to cook air fryer buffalo cauliflower

These buffalo cauliflower bites only take 15 minutes to cook! So they’re a great last-minute option when you’re entertaining and short on time.

Can you use frozen cauliflower to make buffalo cauliflower?

You bet! Frozen cauliflower can be even better than fresh cauliflower because the farmers will freeze it soon after harvesting, which means that it’s firm and still full of goodness. 

Fresh cauliflower can travel hundreds of miles to make it to your local grocery store. During this time, it loses texture and nutrients. But, of course, if you buy locally grown cauliflower, then this may not be the case.

What to eat with buffalo cauliflower

Buffalo cauliflower is excellent when served with your favorite dipping sauce; try it with hot sauce, ranch, or blue cheese dressing - yum!

You can also transform your air-fried buffalo cauliflower into a mouthwatering entree. Try serving it with brown rice, red cabbage, and your favorite veggies to make a low-calorie bowl, or wrap it in a tortilla with salsa to create buffalo cauliflower tacos.

How to store air-fried cauliflower wings

Cauliflower wings keep well in the fridge or freezer. To store in the refrigerator, seal them in an airtight container with a square of kitchen paper to absorb excess moisture.

To freeze them, lay them in a single layer on a baking sheet, wrap them up, and then put them in the freezer. It’s a good idea to freeze the cauliflower wings in individual portions, as this makes it easier when it’s time to defrost them.

Air-fried cauliflower wings will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days and in the freezer for up to six months.

How to reheat cauliflower chicken wings

For best results, reheat your buffalo cauliflower in the air fryer, as this will give you the best texture.

Preheat your air fryer to 380°F, and then lay the buffalo cauliflower in the air fryer in a single layer. Heat for 5 - 10 minutes until piping hot throughout. 

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