Buffalo Cauliflower Blaze Pizza – A Spicy Vegan Twist on Bar Favorites

If you thought bar pizza couldn’t go vegan and still pack a punch, think again. The Buffalo Cauliflower Blaze Pizza is a fiery, plant-based riff on the classic buffalo chicken pizza, delivering that crave-worthy heat with tender roasted cauliflower bites instead of meat. Drizzled with creamy vegan ranch and baked to perfection, this pizza brings together bar food nostalgia and California’s wellness-forward flavor innovation. Whether you’re vegan or just curious, this pizza might just replace your usual wing night.

Buffalo Cauliflower Blaze Pizza

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Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: BuffaloCauliflower, Pizza, SpicyPizza, VeganComfortFood, VeganPizza

Servings: 4 people

Author: Jay Trabelsi

Equipment

• Baking Sheet or Pizza Stone – Ensures even baking and crisp crust.
• Mixing Bowls – For tossing cauliflower and prepping ingredients.
• Parchment Paper – Prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
• Oven – Preheated to 475°F for restaurant-style crispiness.
• Pastry Brush (optional) – For brushing crust with oil for golden edges.

Ingredients

Dough:

• 1 ball vegan pizza dough about 12 oz
• 1 tbsp olive oil for brushing crust

Buffalo Cauliflower:

• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 1/2 cup hot sauce like Frank’s RedHot
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp cornstarch

Toppings:

• 1/2 cup vegan mozzarella-style shreds
• 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup scallions chopped
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley optional

Vegan Ranch Drizzle:

• 1/4 cup vegan ranch dressing store-bought or homemade
• 1 –2 tsp unsweetened plant milk to thin for drizzling

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Instructions

Preparation:

• Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or upside-down baking sheet inside to heat.
• Toss cauliflower florets in hot sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
• Spread cauliflower on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes or until crispy and browned. Set aside.
• Stretch the dough into a 10–12-inch round on parchment paper. Brush crust edges with olive oil.

Assembly:

• Sprinkle vegan cheese over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
• Add roasted cauliflower, red onions, and a sprinkle of scallions.
• Bake pizza on the hot pizza stone or baking sheet for 12–15 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is melted.
• Drizzle with vegan ranch, scatter fresh parsley if using, and slice to serve.

Notes

• Short on time? Use frozen roasted cauliflower bites and skip the roasting step.
• Mild option: Mix hot sauce with a tablespoon of maple syrup for a sweet-heat vibe.
• Customize it: Add vegan bleu cheese crumbles or swap in BBQ sauce for a twist.

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