01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease with oil or cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until a smooth batter forms.
03 - Add cauliflower florets to the batter, tossing to ensure they are evenly coated.
04 - Arrange coated cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until beginning to crisp and lightly golden.
05 - While cauliflower bakes, melt butter (or vegan alternative) in a small saucepan over low heat. Whisk in hot sauce and optional honey or maple syrup until well combined.
06 - Remove cauliflower from the oven. Toss the hot florets in the buffalo sauce until thoroughly coated.
07 - Return the coated florets to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until crispy and caramelized at the edges.
08 - Serve hot. Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired. Pair with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dip.