Air Fryer Crispy Cauliflower Bites
Air Fryer Crispy Cauliflower Bites — crunchy, golden, and totally addictive! 😋🔥
🥦 Air Fryer Crispy Cauliflower Bites
These bite-sized golden nuggets of cauliflower are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and bursting with flavor. They’re the perfect guilt-free snack or game-day appetizer! 🙌
💛 Why You’ll Love It
✅ Ready in 15 minutes
✅ Crunchy without deep frying
✅ Vegetarian & low-carb
✅ Great with any dipping sauce!
🧄 Ingredients
- 1 small head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or panko
- ¼ cup grated parmesan (optional for extra crisp)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the cauliflower
- Cut into bite-sized florets.
- Pat dry to remove moisture.
2️⃣ Coat
- In a bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, then add breadcrumbs, parmesan, and seasonings. Mix until evenly coated.
3️⃣ Air Fry
- Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
- Place florets in a single layer.
- Cook 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crisp.
4️⃣ Serve & dip!
- Enjoy with ranch, buffalo sauce, or spicy mayo for dipping 😍
✨ Tips
💡 Add chili flakes for a spicy kick!
💡 Try tossing them in buffalo sauce for “cauliflower wings.”
💡 Leftovers? Reheat in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes to re-crisp.
