Brush baked bites with melted butter before coating so toppings stick
Brush warm baked pieces with melted butter, then coat immediately so the cinnamon mixture adheres evenly.
Once baked, brush with a little melted butter and then toss/coat in the cinnamon mixture. The butter helps the coating stick and distributes flavor more evenly.
The short version
- Butter acts as an adhesive layer for coatings
- Tossing/shaking helps even coverage
How to do it
- 1
Brush the baked bites with a little melted butter.
Do this soon after cooking so the surface is warm and receptive.
Watch this step - 2
- 3
Shake/toss them together to distribute the coating evenly.
Use a bowl with a lid or a large bowl for easier tossing.
Watch this step
What goes wrong
Coating without an adhesive layer so seasoning falls off
Brush with melted butter first, then coat immediately.
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