Description
Crispy cauliflower bites are a delicious, crunchy appetizer made with seasoned batter and golden breadcrumbs. Perfect for snacking, meal prep, or serving as a healthier alternative to fried foods. These crispy cauliflower bites are easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet
- 2. Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets
- 3. Mix flour milk and spices into a batter
- 4. Dip each floret into batter
- 5. Coat with breadcrumbs evenly
- 6. Place on baking sheet and drizzle oil
- 7. Bake for 25 minutes flipping halfway
- 8. Serve hot with dipping sauce
Notes
- Use panko for extra crunch
- Do not overcrowd the pan
- Dry cauliflower before coating
- Flip halfway for even crisp
- Add sauce after baking
- Air fry option works well
- Adjust spices to taste
- Serve immediately for best texture
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: crispy cauliflower bites, baked cauliflower, healthy snack