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Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

By Bohemian Vegan Kitchen · Published: Sep 21, 2016 · Updated: May 24, 2022 24 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

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Cauliflower has quickly become one of my favorite foods…especially when she’s playing footsie with buffalo sauce.

As a kid I always associated cauliflower with the horrid veggie platter served at parties- you know, the one that everyone picks over out of guilt, because they feel like they “should” have a bite of something for their health (but not for pleasure).

I don’t think I’ve ever seen ANYONE get giddy over these things, and honestly wonder why people continue to buy them.

Spice up your party with these KILLER vegan buffalo cauliflower wings! Easy to pull together, you only need 10 minutes to assemble- let the oven do the rest! Serve with carrot and celery sticks, plus vegan ranch dressing to cool your taste buds. #veganbuffalocauliflower #veganbuffalocauliflowerwings #veganbuffalocauliflowerrecipes #veganbuffalocauliflowerglutenfree #bohemianvegankitchen

Let’s get one thing clear about vegans while we are on the subject btw- just because we eat vegetables does not mean we love raw veggie platters. Personally, I despise this sad excuse of dried cut veggies with a side of ranch (that is not dairy-free mind you).

“I’M SO FULL AND SATISFIED AFTER EATING THAT VEGGIE PLATTER WITH NO RANCH SAUCE!”…said no one ever.

Spice up your party with these KILLER vegan buffalo cauliflower wings! Easy to pull together, you only need 10 minutes to assemble- let the oven do the rest! Serve with carrot and celery sticks, plus vegan ranch dressing to cool your taste buds. #veganbuffalocauliflower #veganbuffalocauliflowerwings #veganbuffalocauliflowerrecipes #veganbuffalocauliflowerglutenfree #bohemianvegankitchen

I’m not trying to come off as being obnoxious or rude, but I stress this only because I cannot tell you how many times I’ve been invited to a party and told upfront (very proudly I may add), “And don’t worry Randi, we have a veggie plate for you!”.

Immediately following is a suppressed nostril flair and uncontrollable eye twitch from yours truly.  

Because cauliflower should not be treated as the backup singer or albino cousin of broccoli. It can and should be a star, free to be the loud mouth and centerpiece of any party.

Spice up your party with these KILLER vegan buffalo cauliflower wings! Easy to pull together, you only need 10 minutes to assemble- let the oven do the rest! Serve with carrot and celery sticks, plus vegan ranch dressing to cool your taste buds. #veganbuffalocauliflower #veganbuffalocauliflowerwings #veganbuffalocauliflowerrecipes #veganbuffalocauliflowerglutenfree #bohemianvegankitchen

If you cook it just right (and the key word here is COOK), cauliflower is delightful. Sure, in this recipe she is lustfully engaged with one of my favorite condiments, HOT SAUCE, but hey, the lady does not need to be clothed in sauce to seduce you.

Buffalo Cauliflower just so happens to be one of my favorite ways to recreate the beloved hot wing without relying on blocks of tofu!

And I think that’s what is so magical about cauliflower in general- she has her own unique flavor, but it is not so overpowering that you cannot change hats every now and again- she is very forgiving when it comes to cooking.

Spice up your party with these KILLER vegan buffalo cauliflower wings! Easy to pull together, you only need 10 minutes to assemble- let the oven do the rest! Serve with carrot and celery sticks, plus vegan ranch dressing to cool your taste buds. #veganbuffalocauliflower #veganbuffalocauliflowerwings #veganbuffalocauliflowerrecipes #veganbuffalocauliflowerglutenfree #bohemianvegankitchen

So, the next time you are craving something spicy and finger-licking-good, try making these delicious hoppin’ baked florets!! Unlike their dried counterparts, these babies are moist and tender and go FANTASTIC with a side of crunchy celery and ranch (which is the way these veggies should be served, as a partnership for the greater good). 

I hope you enjoy some baked Buffalo Cauliflower at your next party and throw that veggie platter in the trash!

More cauliflower recipes:

  • Cauliflower Grits (Low Carb)
  • Easy Vegan Weeknight Dinner: Roasted Cauliflower + GF Sesame Noodles
  • How to Bake Vegan Cauliflower Like a Pro
  • Spicy Vegan Jamaican Jerk Cauliflower Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Buffalo Cauliflower Wings (No Flour)

Randi Tisdall
Spice up your party with these KILLER buffalo cauliflower wings! Easy to pull together, these "wings" are naturally gluten free with no flour needed. Takes 10 minutes to assemble, then let the oven do the rest! Serve with carrot and celery sticks, plus ranch dressing to cool your taste buds.
4.67 from 9 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Servings 4
Calories 116 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • ⅔ cup hot sauce I prefer Texas Pete
  • 3 tablespoons butter I use dairy free
  • 1 large head of cauliflower cut into florets

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400° F (204° C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter on medium-low heat. Add the hot sauce, and stir, cooking for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
  • Toss cauliflower with hot sauce (I use a large Tupperware with lid) and transfer to baking sheet. It's okay if there's a little extra sauce– you can stir/flip your cauliflower around in it, so no biggie!
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, stirring and flipping your cauliflower halfway through. Cauliflower is ready when it is fork tender, and a little brown around the edges. Serve with carrot and celery sticks, plus sauce of choice if desired.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1199mg | Potassium: 492mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 99mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Randy

    April 21, 2021 at 1:24 pm

    These “wings” are great. Excellent snack or dinner!5 stars

    Reply
    • Randi Tisdall

      April 22, 2021 at 3:30 pm

      Thank you!! They totally are!!

      Reply
  2. Amber Harrop

    July 25, 2017 at 3:32 pm

    You already know how much I love this recipe Randi – it looks amazing and I am so making this this week

    Reply
    • Randi Tisdall

      July 26, 2017 at 8:29 am

      Wonderful!! Thanks again for sharing this on your blog!!

      Reply
  3. Leanna

    July 23, 2017 at 2:54 am

    I have made something very similar to these Randi and they are fantastic. I love hot sauce so this is a treat that I can actually eat and feel good about.

    Pinning.

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    • Randi Tisdall

      July 23, 2017 at 11:17 am

      Thanks for the pin Leanna!! Glad to hear you are a hot sauce lover as well lol!!

      Reply
  4. Elise Cohen Ho

    July 19, 2017 at 9:53 pm

    I keep thinking that I want to try this but yet I never do. I need to change that.

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    • Randi Tisdall

      July 20, 2017 at 10:13 am

      YES YOU DO!!! I love making this recipe and serving it with a side of vegan ranch sauce.

      Reply
  5. Mary Ellen @ VNutrition

    October 05, 2016 at 7:59 am

    I am soooo with you on this! I cannot stand raw vegetable platters! Sometimes as weddings becasue I’m vegan I get served a cold roasted vegetable platter for my dinner – which is better than raw veggies but why do they need to make it cold?

    Your buffalo cauliflower looks so delicious! I love everything buffalo (well anything vegan)!

    Thanks so much for linking up with us for #HealthyVeganFridays! I’m Pinning and sharing!

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    • Randi Tisdall

      October 10, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      Lol, I know right!? what’s up with the cold platters? It sucks when you look around the room and you see everyone else eating hot meals, while you’re stuck with a sad plate of cold and shriveled veg lol (this has happened to me at weddings too!). Thanks for having me at Healthy Vegan Fridays:)

      Reply
  6. vicki

    September 30, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    I totally LOL’d about the veggie platter comment… that has happened on way too many occasions to count! Looking forward to trying this recipe!

    Reply
    • Randi Tisdall

      October 04, 2016 at 4:34 pm

      Lol yes, it seems to be pretty common in the veg world. Thanks for coming by and I would love to hear how it turns out!

      Reply
  7. Zsu Dever

    September 30, 2016 at 1:37 pm

    I’m trying these! I love buffalo anything and cauliflower is perfect! Thank you for sharing!

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    • Randi Tisdall

      October 04, 2016 at 4:35 pm

      You are very welcome! Who doesn’t love buffalo anything lol? Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  8. Amber Harrop

    September 27, 2016 at 5:23 pm

    This looks amazing Randi and as I loved cauliflower rice – I think I might love this too

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    • Randi Tisdall

      September 30, 2016 at 10:41 am

      Thank you!! I’ve tried cauliflower rice once and it was really good (great for stir frys!). Hope you get to try these too!

      Reply
  9. kimmythevegan

    September 24, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    “and the key word here is COOK” Yes ma’am! I’m with ‘ya. I don’t like raw cauliflower at all. I don’t mind the raw veggie trays so much, but yea, I’m not a fan if it’s the only thing I can eat somewhere. I kind of get in the habit of eating before I go places for that very reason. Maybe I’ll make some of these next time before I go somewhere 🙂

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    • Randi Tisdall

      September 26, 2016 at 9:37 am

      I usually eat before I go somewhere too, but sometimes I wish I could stuff my face at the party table like everyone else lol. These are great hot or cold, so they would make perfect candidates for travel!

      Reply
  10. MJ High

    September 21, 2016 at 11:13 am

    I got a laugh reading your comments on the dreaded veggie platter… LOL!! So true 😀
    I saw this item on a menu the other day at a local pub here in Toronto, and almost ordered it… only difference was that was breadeda and deep fried and still served with blue cheese dressing… no thanks.
    I am definitely going to try this recipe… I love some hot sauce!! Thanks again!

    Reply
    • Randi Tisdall

      September 26, 2016 at 9:41 am

      Lol, glad someone understands me!! Even though the pub served them deep fried, that’s pretty cool it was an option. Depending on the day I might have ordered it lol, but anytime I have fried food these days, I pretty much regret it right afterwards. Baking is definitely easier on the tummy and just as delicious! Thanks for your input MJ, hope you are doing well!

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    • Franny

      June 24, 2021 at 9:13 pm

      Hi Randi! I was looking for a buffalo cauliflower recipe that didn’t involve tossing & baking the cauliflower in a batter first (I am too lazy). It’s summer now, and I confess I steamed the florets for 7 minutes so I could reduce the baking time to 20 minutes, and it turned out perfect! I slathered it in Follow Your Heart vegan ranch and ate the whole thing! Thanks for an excellent recipe, it’s a keeper! 5 stars

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      • Randi Tisdall

        June 30, 2021 at 9:42 am

        Oh wonderful Franny! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!!

        Reply

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