Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites

Tossed in a perfectly seasoned panko mixture, these Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites are tender inside and have the most delicious crispy coating. Serve them as a healthy vegetable side dish or as a snack on super bowl Sunday!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets ((about 1.5 to 2 pounds), rinsed and pat dried )
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• Salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 cup Panko bread crumbs
• Cooking spray or olive oil spray
• 1/2 cup Mayonnaise 1 teaspoon blue cheese crumbles
• 2-3 tablespoons buffalo sauce ((like Frank's red hot))
• Blue cheese crumbles ((optional))
• Ranch dipping sauce ((optional))

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Note: It's best to cut the cauliflower into even sized small florets. After rinsing, pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or with paper towels.
2. 2Prep: Place the cauliflower florets in a large mixing bowl.
3. 3Preheat air fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 380º F (192º C).
4. 4Whisk eggs: In a small bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy.
5. 5Pour over cauliflower: Pour the whisked, frothy eggs over the cauliflower florets and toss to combine.
6. 6Season: Sprinkle in the spices and toss to distribute them evenly.
7. 7Add panko and toss: Add the panko breadcrumbs and toss to coat.
8. 8Prep basket: Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray and transfer the cauliflower, one by one in the air fryer basket on a single layer, leaving space between the florets so the hot air can circulate properly. Don’t overcrowd the basket. Work in batches if necessary.
9. 9Air fry: Cook the cauliflower until crisp tender with browned edges, about 14-18 minutes, tossing the florets by shaking the basket a couple of times throughout the cooking process. The exact cooking varies depending on the brand, size and type of air fryer as well as the size of the florets.
10. 10Serve: Remove cauliflower from the basket and repeat the process with the remaining cauliflower. Serve with the buffalo dipping sauce or with your favorite dipping sauce.
11. 11--- Buffalo Dipping Sauce ---
12. 12Mix: Combine the mayonnaise and the buffalo sauce in a small bowl. Serve, topped with blue cheese crumbles.