Step 1

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and place a wire baking rack on top of each. Spray the racks with nonstick spray.

Step 2

Place wings in a large bowl and thoroughly dry with paper towels.

Step 3

Mix cornstarch, and salt together in a small bowl.

Step 4

Sprinkle the cornstarch mixture evenly over the wings and toss to coat.

Step 5

Evenly place on the racks and chill for at least 1 hour and up to 12.

Step 6

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Step 7

Bake the wings for 30 minutes. Flip the wings, and continue to bake until they are crisp and golden brown about 15 minutes.

Step 8

When the wings are almost done cooking, make the sauce.

Step 9

Combine the sauce ingredients into a small saucepan and cook over medium-high heat until the sugar and salt have dissolved and the butter is melted, abbot 3 minutes.

Step 10

Transfer the cooked wings to another large bowl, add the sauce, and toss to coat.

Step 11

Sprinkle with flake salt if desired and serve immediately.