Recent Examples on the WebDeep, almost peanut-buttery black sesame seeds underpin its nuanced layers: a dark custard base shielded under a thin, crackly sugar crust that shatters under the tap of a metal spoon, a sphere of black sesame ice cream sitting on top, a lacy cookie wheel wedged into it.—Eric Kim, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2024 The spheres turned out a bit fluffier, but the ovals have more crackly surface geography to savor.—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 4 May 2024 The crackly bread sops up all the sweet-savory juices and will disappear in the blink of an eye.—Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appétit, 25 Apr. 2024 Juicy and sheathed in a crackly, parmesan-herb crust, these pork chops are a completely foolproof, quick-and-easy weeknight meal.—Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 23 Feb. 2024 It’s all presented with charming commitment to the genre’s unmistakable style: moody lighting, black-and-white cinematography, and a crackly, sweeping Old Hollywood score.—Ew Staff Published, EW.com, 12 Dec. 2023 The bowl is topped with a snowfall of crackly wonton pieces.—Linda Zavoral, The Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2024 Great Value Fudge Brownie (Walmart) Score: 52 A crackly crust was a lure for this popular entrant.—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 17 Jan. 2024 Dry-brining, the less messy method, draws the natural moisture of the bird to the surface for a crackly, crispy skin and flavorful, juicy meat, creating a scrumptious turkey that will have your guests begging for the recipe.—Melissa Gray, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2023
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