# What You'll Need:
→ Cauliflower
01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
→ Batter
02 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
03 - 3/4 cup water
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Buffalo Sauce
09 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
11 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
→ Serving
12 - Celery sticks
13 - Carrot sticks
14 - Ranch or blue cheese dressing
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
03 - Add cauliflower florets to the batter, tossing to coat evenly.
04 - Arrange battered florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until lightly browned.
06 - Meanwhile, whisk together melted butter, hot sauce, and honey or maple syrup (if using) in a small bowl.
07 - Remove cauliflower from the oven. Gently toss baked florets in buffalo sauce until well coated.
08 - Return coated florets to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes until crispy and caramelized.
09 - Serve immediately with celery, carrot sticks, and your preferred dressing.
