Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Wings 

Crispy on the outside with a spicy kick inside, these vegan buffalo cauliflower wings are a game-day must-have. Coated in a flavorful batter and baked to perfection, they’re then tossed in classic buffalo sauce for that irresistible tang. Gluten-free and plant-based, these wings are a perfect appetizer or snack—light, satisfying, and healthier than traditional wings. Serve with celery sticks and your favorite vegan ranch for a deliciously balanced bite.

Ingredients

• 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into 1-inch florets
  
  

• ½ cup + 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank’s Red Hot)
  
  

• 2 tablespoons oil (such as olive or avocado)
  
  

• Batter (based on similar recipes, estimated):
  
  

  • 1 cup white rice flour + ½ cup cornstarch
    
    

  • 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce (for batter)
    
    

  • Seasonings: onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper
    
    

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 °F (220 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   
   

2. In a bowl, whisk together the rice flour, cornstarch, seasonings, and 2 tbsp buffalo sauce; thin with oat or almond milk until it resembles thick pancake batter.
   
   

3. Toss cauliflower florets in the batter until evenly coated, working in batches for best coverage.
   
   

4. Arrange battered florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for about 20 minutes.
   
   

5. Meanwhile, prepare the buffalo sauce by melting vegan butter (if using) and mixing it with the remaining ½ cup + 2 tbsp buffalo sauce; cool to room temperature.
   
   

6. Remove cauliflower from the oven and lightly spray or brush with oil. Toss gently in the cooled buffalo sauce.
   
   

7. Return to the oven for another 10 minutes until crispy and lightly golden.
   
   

8. Serve hot, with celery sticks and vegan ranch or a dipping sauce of choice (optional).
   
   

Nutrients (estimated per ½-cup serving; recipe makes approximately 4 servings)

• Calories: 120 kcal
  
  

• Total Fat: 4 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
  
  

• Trans Fat: 0 g
  
  

• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 0 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 600 mg
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 18 g
  
  

• Fiber: 2 g
  
  

• Sugar: 4 g
  
  

• Protein: 2 g