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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe coated in buffalo sauce

Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

This Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe is perfect for busy nights. Bold, crispy, and surprisingly satisfying, it's a guilt-free way to crush your cravings without sacrificing flavor. Great for game day, dinner, or snack time!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 large head of cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Optional for Serving
  • ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
  • celery sticks

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Chop the cauliflower into even-sized florets.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt.
  3. Add cauliflower florets and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  5. Transfer cooked florets to a bowl, drizzle with buffalo sauce, and toss to coat.
  6. Return to the air fryer and cook for an additional 3–5 minutes until crisp and glossy.

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after cooking. Don’t oversauce before the second air fry to maintain crispiness.