Description
These Spicy Vegan Buffalo Wings are a crispy, fiery, plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Made with tender cauliflower florets coated in a zesty batter and drenched in buffalo sauce, they’re perfect for game day, potlucks, or anytime you need a flavorful snack.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Wings:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For the Buffalo Sauce:
- ½ cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
- 3 tbsp vegan butter, melted
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional for a hint of sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, plant-based milk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring even coating. Shake off excess and place florets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until the cauliflower is golden and crispy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the hot sauce, melted vegan butter, and maple syrup (if using).
- Remove cauliflower from the oven and generously brush each piece with the buffalo sauce.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use chickpea or gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Adjust the heat level by varying the type and amount of hot sauce used.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: Spicy Vegan Buffalo Wings, Vegan Cauliflower Wings, Plant-Based Buffalo Wings