Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Instructions

1. Prepare the cauliflower
   Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash the cauliflower and pat dry thoroughly. Cut into bite-sized florets of approximately equal size to ensure even cooking.
2. Make the batter
   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add milk while whisking until a smooth batter forms. The batter should be thick enough to coat the cauliflower but not too runny.
3. Coat and bake the cauliflower
   Working in batches, dip cauliflower florets into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then place on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they don't touch. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
4. Prepare the buffalo sauce
   While the cauliflower is baking, combine buffalo sauce, melted butter, and honey in a medium bowl. Whisk thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
5. Coat with buffalo sauce
   Remove cauliflower from the oven and carefully transfer to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce mixture over the baked cauliflower and gently toss until all pieces are evenly coated.
6. Final bake
   Return the coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the sauce is slightly set and caramelized, but not burnt.
7. Serve
   Transfer buffalo cauliflower bites to a serving platter. Serve immediately with blue cheese or ranch dressing and celery sticks on the side.