Gluten-Free Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Gluten-Free Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

from thefoodblog.net
60 min

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are easy to make and perfect for game day or movie night snacks. Because these are gluten-free and dairy-free, these vegan appetizers can be enjoyed by everyone.

Ingredients

  • 1 small head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
  • 1/2 cup chickpea flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo-style hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (melted)

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 450° Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.

  3. 3

    Add the water to the flour mixture and whisk until you have a smooth batter

  4. 4

    Add the cauliflower florets to the batter and stir gently until all of the pieces are coated

  5. 5

    Shake off excess batter before placing each coated cauliflower floret onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.

  6. 6

    Bake for 30 minutes, turning halfway through, or until batter is crisp on both sides

  7. 7

    Combine hot sauce and coconut oil in a large bowl. Add cauliflower to the bowl and toss gently to coat with sauce.

  8. 8

    Return the sauce coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes, or until they're just starting to brown.

  9. 9

    Serve right away, with ranch, or your favourite dipping sauce, and raw veggies.