Golden Crispy Cauliflower Bites

Preheat oven & prepare cauliflower:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Make the batter:
- In a bowl, mix flour, water, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated.
Coat with breadcrumbs:
- Roll the battered cauliflower in breadcrumbs or panko for extra crispiness.
Bake the cauliflower:
- Arrange florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly drizzle or brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Serve:
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

💡 Tips:

For extra crunch, broil the last 2–3 minutes.
You can toss the baked cauliflower in buffalo sauce or BBQ sauce for a flavorful twist.
These also work in an air fryer: 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, shaking halfway.

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