Description
Crispy baked cauliflower wings are a delicious, healthier alternative to chicken wings, perfect for game days or cozy nights in. Coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and seasoned with garlic and smoked paprika, these wings deliver bold flavors that even the most skeptical eaters will love. Toss them in your favorite hot sauce for an extra kick, making them a hit at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (for tossing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a large bowl, toss the florets with olive oil until coated.
- In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each floret in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- Toss with hot sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For extra crunch, pat the cauliflower dry after washing it. - Customize by adding other spices such as cayenne pepper or using gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.