Patent ID: 9089153
Filing Date: 2015-07-28
Classification: A21D,A23G,A23L,A23P

Abstract:
1. A method of preparing a coated food product, said method comprising the steps of: providing a food piece having an outer surface; applying a fat-based liquid coating composition to said outer surface; and applying a particulate material to said outer surface, wherein at least a portion of said particulate material applying step is carried out simultaneous to said liquid coating composition applying step so as to form a coating on said food piece, thereby yielding said coated food product, wherein said coating has a melting point of at least about 125° F.; and wherein said coating comprises from about 30-70% by weight of said fat-based liquid coating composition, and from about 30-70% by weight of said particulate material, said coating having a moisture content of less than about 0.3% by weight, said % by weight being based upon the total weight of the coating taken as 100% by weight.