These crispy buffalo wings are exactly how I want wings to be, crunchy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a bold, buttery buffalo sauce that clings to every bite. I start by making sure the wings are completely dry, because that’s the secret to getting that crave-worthy crispiness without deep frying. The baking powder and cornstarch combo creates a light, crackly coating that bakes up beautifully.
Once the wings are golden and crisp, I toss them in my homemade buffalo sauce made with butter, hot sauce, garlic, and just a touch of honey for balance. The sauce is tangy, spicy, buttery, and slightly sweet, hitting all the right notes. Every bite gives you heat, crunch, and flavor that feels restaurant-quality but made right at home.
These wings are perfect for game day, parties, or anytime you want something bold and satisfying without the mess of frying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll love this recipe because it delivers that deep-fried crunch without deep frying. The wings bake up incredibly crispy, the sauce is bold and customizable. These wings are messy in the best way, full of flavor, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Crispy Buffalo Wings
Ingredients
- 1.5 to 2 pounds Chicken Wings
- 2 tablespoon Baking Powder
- ¼ cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ⅔ cup Hot Sauce
- ½ cup Butter
- 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 2 to 4 Garlic Cloves
- 1 tablespoon Honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oil to 350°F. Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels and place them in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, mix together the baking powder, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Sprinkle the mixture over the wings and toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange the wings in a single layer in the fryer basket.
- Fry for 8 to 10 minutes, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
- While the wings are frying, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and honey. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Transfer the hot wings to a large bowl and pour the buffalo sauce over them.
- Toss until the wings are fully coated. Serve immediately with celery sticks, ranch, or blue cheese dressing if desired.
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