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Crispy Coconut Chicken

February 25, 2021 by Anna Leave a Comment

This Crispy Coconut Chicken is breaded and fried in a pan until golden brown and crispy. The sweet coconut adds texture and flavor and makes this dish a family favorite!

When we are bored of plain chicken dinners, I look for simple ways to add pizzaz. Sweetened coconut to the rescue! I mixed it with panko breadcrumbs to make this ultra-crispy, sweet and delicious chicken. My family loves it! Sweetened coconut is not only for baking cookies. Coconut fans will enjoy it as a breading too. This dish is a fun way to jazz up plain chicken. I hope you enjoy it!

Best French Toast

February 22, 2021 by Anna 3 Comments

My Best French Toast recipe is made easily from scratch, with basic ingredients. Sprinkle each slice with sugar to create a caramelized topping. Use cast iron pan or griddle for the best crispy texture!

I am so excited to share this recipe with you today! My Best French Toast is simple yet absolutely incredible. Perfect for lazy weekends, Spring brunch, special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries. I’ve made a lot of French toasts and finally have my go-to recipe. What’s the secret? First of all, you need good bread. Thick and dense enough (not sandwich bread for PB&J’s). Second, I sprinkle a little bit of sugar on one side of each toast just before frying it. It creates a caramelized topping. Just something a little extra! I hope you enjoy it!

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Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

February 17, 2021 by Anna 6 Comments

These easy Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are light and fluffy, with a fresh citrus taste and a little crunch from the seeds. Glazed or not, they are sure to brighten your day!

Every Saturday, I set out my baking tools and make muffins for my kiddos. Sometimes I make my bakery-style chocolate chip muffins and sometimes my perfect blueberry muffins.

Recently, most likely driven by the search for more sunshine, I made these Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins. They look and taste as if they were just bought at the bakery but are made from scratch in my kitchen.

The refreshing lemon zest is a bright pop of flavor and poppy seeds add texture. If you are a fan of muffins like I am, you will love these! Serve them freshly baked or drizzle with a sweet lemon glaze.