Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Ranch Dip (Printer View)

Spicy cauliflower bites served alongside creamy ranch dip for a tasty, crowd-pleasing snack.

# Components:

→ For the Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

01 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
02 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 3/4 cup water
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 1 cup Buffalo hot sauce
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
10 - Nonstick cooking spray

→ For the Ranch Dip

11 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 - 1/2 cup sour cream
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
16 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
17 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
18 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
19 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
20 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Coat with nonstick spray.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Dip cauliflower florets into batter, ensuring they are evenly coated. Allow excess batter to drip off before arranging on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake for 20 minutes, then carefully flip each floret. Continue baking for another 10 minutes until lightly golden and tender.
05 - In a small bowl, combine Buffalo hot sauce and melted butter. Transfer baked cauliflower to a mixing bowl and toss with Buffalo sauce mixture until thoroughly coated.
06 - Return coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes until crispy on the edges.
07 - While cauliflower bakes, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice in a medium bowl until well combined.
08 - Arrange buffalo cauliflower bites on a serving platter and serve warm alongside the ranch dip.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple everyday veggies and pantry items
  • Quick to bake no deep frying needed
  • Vegetarian and crowd friendly
  • Finger food that disappears fast at gatherings
02 -
  • High in fiber good-for-you swap for typical fried snacks
  • Perfect for parties and game days feeds a crowd
  • No eggs dairy or meat but tastes rich and indulgent
03 -
  • Always dry your cauliflower after washing. Moisture stops that essential crisp texture.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and easy clean up.
  • A light mist of oil before baking gives maximum crunch without greasiness.
  • Toss the cauliflower gently in buffalo sauce to avoid losing coating. If you want extra spiciness serve with extra buffalo on the side.
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