Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

This post may contain affiliate links (disclosure). 

This air fryer buffalo cauliflower is amazing! What a perfect healthy vegan alternative to buffalo wings!

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

I don’t know about you, but I’m just obsessed with Buffalo anything- wraps, sauces and dips- just bring them on! So I thought, why not use it to transform something that I don’t usually like to eat, into a chomp-worthy culinary creation?

cauliflower buffalo wings

And that’s when I thought of this supremely delicious air fryer buffalo cauliflower. Sure, you’ll find different versions of this recipe out there, but what I absolutely love about this is its simplicity. You literally need just a few minutes and a couple of ingredients to whip this up!

how to make buffalo cauliflower in the air fryer

Ready to go ahead and give it a shot? Here’s answering some questions you might have in mind.

air fried buffalo cauliflower

Can I Make My Own Buffalo Sauce?

Of course you can! I used the bottled variety because it is really convenient and a literal time saver when you’re craving for something delicious, but don’t want to order a takeout!

You’ll find tons of recipe variations, but in general, the buffalo sauce is a mixture of Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, cayenne pepper, melted butter, white vinegar and some garlic powder.  To make your own buffalo sauce, check out my easy homemade buffalo sauce recipe.

ingredients for the buffalo cauliflower

How Can I Make it Super Crispy?

Okay, with your trusty air fryer on hands, you can be sure that the buffalo cauliflower isn’t going to turn out all soggy. But if you’re trying to look for a way to make it extra crispy, I’ve got your back there too!

The non stick cooking spray will help air fry the buffalo cauliflower, keeping it from sticking. But if you skip that and add in a few drops of oil or any other fat, the cauliflower will turn out extra crispy!

crispy buffalo cauliflower

I Don’t Have Cauliflower. What Else Can I Try This With?

You can try this recipe with a ton of other foods- tofu, shrimp, chicken cubes and practically any other veggie you have in your refrigerator that’s threatening to get limp within the next day or two. I personally loved making them in a similar style with broccoli and brussels sprouts- two other veggies that most of us often have trouble eating more of, and that need a serious makeover! And if you still have some cauliflower left over, you can try this delicious cauliflower rice recipe!

crispy air fried buffalo cauliflower

Serving Ideas & Suggestions

I like serving the air fryer buffalo cauliflower the same way I like serving my buffalo wings – with some carrot and celery sticks on the side and some blue cheese or ranch dressing.

If you’re someone who loves spice, you could also team it up with a bit of hot sauce of your choice.

And if you’re in the mood to make it more healthy, you can serve it over a bowl of cooked brown rice, radish and avocado slices and coleslaw mix along with the seasonings of your choice and a nice garnish of chopped fresh herbs.

air fryer buffalo cauliflower

Another incredible idea is to use it to fill up your homemade tacos, quesadillas or tortilla wraps- a delicious and healthy way to get more of those veggies. Or, if you’re in the mood to indulge, sprinkle some grated cheese over it, pop it in the microwave for a few seconds and serve it with nachos!

If you like air fryer buffalo cauliflower, you will also like these easy air fryer recipes:

Click Here To Pin This Recipe

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

This air fryer buffalo cauliflower is amazing! This is a perfect healthy vegetarian alternative to buffalo wings! Buffalo cauliflower is so easy to make in the air fryer and so healthy and delicious!
Prep Time4 minutes
Cook Time16 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer buffalo cauliflower, Buffalo cauliflower, Buffalo cauliflower wings
Cooking Method: Air Fryer
Diet: Gluten-Free, Keto / Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Calories: 36kcal

Recipe Video

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup bottled Buffalo sauce

Recommended Kitchen Tools (click the links below to see the items used to make this recipe)

Instructions

  • Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
  • Put cauliflower florets in a large bowl, pour Buffalo sauce over them and toss until cauliflower is fully coated with Buffalo sauce.
  • Spray the air fryer basket with a non-stick cooking spray.
  • Put cauliflower in the air fryer basket and cook at 390F for 16 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.

Notes

If you'd like to make Buffalo sauce from scratch, check out my homemade Buffalo sauce recipe.
Click here to browse all my air fryer recipes >>
NEVER MISS A RECIPE!I publish a new recipe several times per week. Want the new recipes in your inbox? Sign up for FREE notifications!

Nutrition

Calories: 36kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 963mg | Potassium: 430mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 69mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 1mg
Save This Recipe

See also:

Save this for later on your social media:


Get Melanie's FREE Recipes In Your Inbox!

Similar Posts

2 Comments

  1. I’m loving the idea, but the sodium content is a problem. Let’s not forget that most of us eat 3 meals in any given day, & sometimes even a snack. EVERYTHING contains sodium, so this delicious ‘snack’ is pretty much too high in sodium for most of us, especially if we’re trying to stay healthy, by adhering to the health guidelines. If anyone else is concerned w/sodium intake, search the Internet for a lower sodium “Homemade Buffalo Sauce” recipe. I found one that I like, but I don’t think it would be a good idea to mention it on this cooking blog.

  2. 5 stars
    I made this as an appetizer for us while we were watching baseball this afternoon. It’s just as you say Melanie, tender and delicious. That it isn’t breaded caught my attention after I clicked the link in my email. Bravo to you Melanie. This is an excellent treat. Thank you for your hard work.

5 from 1 vote

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Rate This Recipe (only if you tried it, otherwise leave blank)