Description
Golden Crispy Cauliflower Bites are crunchy, flavorful snacks with a tender inside, perfect for gatherings or game nights. They can be baked or fried for a delicious and addictive appetizer.
Ingredients
1 head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups breadcrumbs (panko for extra crispiness)
Olive oil or cooking spray (if baking)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, lightly greased with olive oil or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to make a smooth batter.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, coating well, then roll in breadcrumbs until fully covered.
- Arrange florets on the baking sheet in a single layer without touching.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- For frying: heat oil to 375°F (190°C). Prepare batter and coat florets with breadcrumbs.
- Fry florets in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with ranch, blue cheese dressing, hot sauce, or preferred dip.
Notes
Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
Can bake or fry depending on preference.
Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days.
Reheat in oven or air fryer for best crispness; avoid microwaving.
Variations: add cayenne for spice, Parmesan for cheesy flavor, or use gluten-free ingredients.
Air fryer option: 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (baking) or 4 minutes per batch (frying)
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Frying, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: Approx. 180-220 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
