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Oven-Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (Ready in 30 Minutes)
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This easy Buffalo cauliflower recipe is baked, not fried—done in 30 minutes and perfect for game day, parties, or a quick meatless snack.
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Buffalo cauliflower bites are roasted florets coated in a tangy red sauce, served on a white plate with a fork and garnished with fresh herbs.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Prep Time30 minutes
servings4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 medium cauliflower
  • 1 tablespoon Butter melted
  • ¾ Cup Frank's RedHot sauce
  • 2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil divided
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped chives for garnish
  • Blue cheese dressing or ranch for dipping (optional)

Instructions

Prep the Oven and Pan

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray it with oil to prevent sticking.

Cut and Coat the Cauliflower

  1. Cut the cauliflower into evenly sized bite-sized florets. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, hot sauce, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of the olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add the cauliflower and toss until fully coated.
    1 medium cauliflower, 2 Teaspoons Garlic Powder, 1 tbsp Butter, 2 tbsp Olive Oil, ¾ Cup Frank's RedHot sauce, Salt and pepper

Arrange and Bake

  1. Spread the coated florets evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden-brown and crispy on the edges.

Serve It Up

  1. Sprinkle with chopped chives and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
    Chopped chives, Blue cheese dressing or ranch

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 1446mg | Potassium: 449mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg

Notes

Substitutes
If you're missing a few things, don’t worry, you can still get that Buffalo flavor!
    • Butter: Use vegan butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
    • Hot sauce: Frank’s is classic, but any cayenne-based hot sauce works.
    • Chives: Try green onions or parsley for a similar pop of color.
    • Dressing: Swap blue cheese for ranch or a dairy-free alternative.
CourseSide Dish
CuisineAmerican
KeywordOven-Baked Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
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