When it comes to the perfect crispy bite, it’s what’s on the outside that counts. Today’s consumers are demanding more from their fried and baked foods. Crunch is still king, but so is transparency. That’s why DakotaMB offers coating and batter systems built with recognizable ingredients and tailored to meet label claims like no modified starch or whole grain. We help our partners develop better for you options that don’t sacrifice indulgence. 

At DakotaMB, we specialize in custom batters and breadings that deliver on texture, flavor, functionality and clean label demands. Whether you’re developing a crunchy chicken tender or a plant-based nugget with craveable coating, our team has the expertise to formulate batters and coatings that meet your exact needs.

Built for Real-World Performance

The success of a batter system goes beyond what’s in the mixing bowl. Our coatings are designed to perform throughout the production process—handling par-frying, freezing, retherming and final cooking without breaking down or sloughing off. DakotaMB’s systems offer reliable adhesion, crispness and color hold across a variety of substrates and processing conditions. 

Fully Customizable, From Light to Hearty

Looking for a delicate tempura-style coating for seafood? A robust, seasoned breading for fried chicken sandwiches? A high-performance batter for vegetables? DakotaMB can help.

Our R&D team works directly with you to develop batters and breadings that suit your application, cooking method and label goals. We can build systems with:

• Clean label ingredients
• Allergen-friendly flours
• Whole grain and/or ancient grain options
• Reduced oil absorption formulations
• Custom seasoning blends

We can also adjust for different moisture levels, coating thickness or texture targets, ensuring the final product meets your vision, whether it’s airy and crispy or thick and crunchy.

Ideal for a Wide Range of Products

DakotaMB’s coatings and batters are currently used across a wide range of food categories, including:

• Poultry: Chicken tenders, nuggets, filets, wings
• Seafood: Breaded shrimp, fish sticks, tempura-style fillets
• Vegetables: Fried pickles, zucchini fries, onion rings, cauliflower bites
• Plant-Based: Vegan nuggets, tenders, jackfruit bites, tofu cutlets
• Snacks and Appetizers: Mozzarella sticks, jalapeño poppers, coated cheese cubes
  

Whether you need a turnkey coating solution or want to push the envelope on better for you innovation, DakotaMB can help you bring it to life. With decades of experience and unmatched milling and blending capabilities, we’re the partner formulators trust for coating systems that work.

Reach out today to start creating a batter or breading system that sticks.