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Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

If you’re looking for a Cinco de Mayo dessert that’s easy to share and guaranteed to disappear in minutes, you have to try these Churro Bites with Chocolate Dipping Sauce! They’re light, crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and rolled in sweet cinnamon sugar.

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Panko-Crusted Fried Flounder with Lemon

Nothing says a seaside summer like a plate of golden, crispy fried flounder. This Panko-Crusted Fried Flounder brings all that boardwalk magic home — light, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned with a bright squeeze of lemon to tie it all together.

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Crispy Chicken Milanese

Chicken Milanese is a simple, classic dish made with thin, crispy breaded chicken cutlets and a bright squeeze of lemon. This recipe focuses on straightforward techniques to create a crisp, golden crust without overwhelming the natural flavor of the chicken.

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Cherry Almond Crumble Bars

These Cherry Almond Crumble Bars are my go-to when I want something fruity, chewy, and just a little nutty. The almond crumble topping pairs perfectly with the jammy cherry center, making each bite sweet, tart, and totally addictive.

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Better-Than-Takeout Orange Chicken

This Better-Than-Takeout Orange Chicken is crispy, tangy, and perfectly sweet with just the right amount of citrusy kick! Made with juicy chicken breast pieces tossed in a homemade orange sauce, it’s the ultimate comfort food that tastes just like your favorite Chinese takeout—except even better.

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Brown Butter Banana Bread Blondies

There’s banana bread, and then there are these Brown Butter Banana Bread Blondies. Chewy, gooey, and packed with caramelized banana flavor and nutty brown butter, these bars are my go-to when I want something indulgent and comforting that still feels homemade and nostalgic. Plus, no mixer required!

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Crispy Chicken Cutlet Sandwich with Cheddar & Garlic-Lemon Mayo

This sandwich is a total homage to the chicken cutlet sandwiches my mom used to make — crispy breaded chicken, a slice of cheddar, iceberg lettuce, and mayo on soft sandwich bread. This version keeps the soul of that original but dials up the flavor and texture with just a few thoughtful upgrades.

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Crispy Thai Chili Air Fryer Chicken Tenders

These crispy air fryer chicken tenders are a total crowd-pleaser. The panko crust gives them that irresistible crunch, and the sweet chili glaze adds the perfect sticky-sweet-spicy finish. They're easy enough for a weeknight, but honestly fun enough to serve for game night or a casual get-together.

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