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🤤 Stop Everything, Our New KFC Krusher Is Here
Plus: Tips to bake bread rolls so good, you’ll never buy them again 🍞
Hey friends, it’s that time of the week!
Today I have three recipes for you that I’m just bloody obsessed with: the Air Fried Onion Flower, KFC Coffee Krusher, and a Nutella Hot Chocolate!
I may or may not have made the Coffee Krusher every weekend for the past four weeks because it’s just that good. My friend is dairy-free, so I whipped it up for her the other day using Oatly and Pana Vanilla Bean ice cream, and she said it was a 10/10. Tell me though, what Krusher should I try next 👀?!
Of course, I also had to make a new iteration of our iconic Aussie Rocky Road recipe, and you’ll NEVER guess who tried it and loved it (she’s basically true Australian royalty 🫢). Stay tuned!
Tonight I’m off to Caness in Paddington, so I’ll report back on how it was. I’m also going to try and nab a cinnamon scroll at Sundays in Bondi this weekend. Wish me luck, I hear they’re good!
Tanika (@tanikadouglas_)

Air Fried Onion Flower
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Tanika’s Tips 👩🏻🍳🥘
Making a recipe that calls for nuts or spices? To take your cooking to a whole new level, toast them before adding them to other ingredients. This brings out their flavours and maximises the aroma of your dishes.
For spices, give them a quick toasting in a dry pan over low heat or bloom them in hot oil. For nuts, toast them in a 180°C oven for 10–15 minutes before cooking with them.
KFC Coffee Krusher
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If You’re Feeling Chilly…
Try This Nutella Hot Chocolate!
Chocolate lovers, are you feeling the full force of this wet and cold winter and need a quick defrost? Do yourself a massive favour and whip up this simple, delicious Nutella Hot Chocolate. All you need are three ingredients and just ONE minute.
Take an almost-empty jar of Nutella, pour in warm milk, and stir until smooth and combined. Add whipped cream if you want a little extra va-va-voom, and there you go — both your inner child and adult self are officially healed.
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Bread Rolls 101
Use Active Dry YeastInstant yeast makes the dough too firm, fresh yeast turns out too soft, but active dry was just right. It's easy to control and will give you the perfect amount of rise. |
Bloom Yeast At Right TempTo activate the yeast, combine it with warm milk, melted butter, and sugar. The milk should be just about body temp — anything hotter might kill your yeast. You should start to see the mixture foam after 10 minutes. If not, start over, as the yeast might be past its prime. |
Don’t Over-Knead The DoughIf you’re kneading by hand, it takes time (up to 10 minutes), so don’t stress about overdoing it. If you’re using a stand mixer, though, keep an eye on it. Once the dough forms a smooth, elastic ball, stop mixing. If it starts breaking apart and looks clumpy, it’s likely over-kneaded. |
Use Windowpane MethodTo check if your dough is kneaded enough, do the windowpane test. Grab a small piece of dough and stretch it between your fingers. If it stretches thin without tearing and you can see light through it, the gluten has developed and you’re good to go. |
Divide Rolls EvenlyA digital kitchen scale is best for even rolls. Weigh the full dough ball, divide by the number of rolls you want, and portion it out evenly. Alternatively, use the halving method — cut the dough in half, then cut each half again, and so on until you have the number of rolls you want. |
Proof Again Before BakingAfter shaping your dough into balls, give them time for a final proof (around 30 minutes) before hitting the oven. Don’t rush it, as under-proofed rolls will be dense, while over-proofed ones can rise too much and collapse in the oven. |
Use An Egg WashAn egg wash gives your rolls that glossy, golden finish. Brush it on gently just before baking — the rolls are delicate now, and too much pressure could deflate them. Finish by topping with flaky sea salt, sesame seeds, whole spices, or any seasoning you prefer. |