Baked Spicy Honey BBQ Cauliflower Wings
Baked Spicy Honey BBQ Cauliflower Wings offer a perfect blend of heat and sweetness, making them an irresistible snack or appetizer. These crispy cauliflower bites are not just delicious; they are also a healthier alternative to traditional wings, satisfying your cravings without the guilt. Ideal for game days, casual gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is easy to follow and can be customized to suit various dietary preferences. Whether you’re serving them with tangy ranch dressing or zesty blue cheese dip, these flavorful bites will impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower (about 4 cups florets)
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based milk for vegan option)
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free rice flour)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 2–3 tablespoons honey (or agave syrup for vegan)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, milk, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Dip each cauliflower piece in the batter and shake off excess before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the honey BBQ sauce in a saucepan over low heat by combining BBQ sauce, honey, sriracha, and butter.
- After baking, coat the florets in sauce and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 wings (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg