🌶️🥦 BBQ Cauliflower Wings

If you’re looking for a crispy, flavor-packed vegan appetizer, these BBQ Cauliflower Wings are the perfect choice. Cauliflower florets are coated in a light batter, baked until golden and crispy, then tossed in a rich BBQ sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that even non-vegetable lovers will enjoy!

✨ Easy to make with simple ingredients, perfect for game day, parties, or a delicious snack.

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 35 minutes

🍽️ Servings: 4

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🛒 Ingredients

* 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets

* 1 cup all-purpose flour

* 1 cup plant-based or regular milk

* 1 tsp garlic powder

* 1 tsp onion powder

* ½ tsp paprika

* ½ tsp salt

* ¼ tsp black pepper

* 1 cup BBQ sauce

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Batter

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

2️⃣ Coat the Cauliflower

Add the cauliflower florets and toss until each piece is fully coated in the batter.

3️⃣ First Bake

Arrange the cauliflower on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (425°F) for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden.

4️⃣ Add the BBQ Sauce

Remove the cauliflower from the oven and coat each piece generously with BBQ sauce.

Return to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes until the sauce is sticky and caramelized.

5️⃣ Serve

Serve hot with ranch dressing, garlic sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.

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💡 Tips

✔️ Leave space between the florets on the baking sheet for maximum crispiness.

✔️ Add chili flakes or hot sauce for extra heat.

✔️ Use a smoky BBQ sauce for deeper flavor.

✔️ Serve immediately for the best texture and crunch.

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😍 The Result

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a sweet, smoky BBQ glaze. These cauliflower wings are the ultimate plant-based appetizer that everyone will love.