Streusel
Description
This classic streusel topping adds a delightful crunch and rich, buttery flavor to pies, cobblers, muffins, and coffee cakes. Made with just a few pantry staples, it creates golden, crumbly clusters that contrast beautifully with soft, juicy fruit fillings or tender cake batters. The combination of flour, sugar, and cold butter ensures a texture that stays crisp without becoming hard. It is an essential component for many traditional baked goods, offering a simple yet satisfying finish to your desserts. Perfect for weekend baking projects or quick additions to store-bought pie crusts, this versatile topping elevates any sweet dish. Keep it in your culinary toolkit for when you need that perfect crunchy contrast to moist, flavorful bases.Ingredients
Directions
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In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar until well combined.
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Drizzle in melted butter while mixing with a fork or your fingertips until the mixture forms coarse, moist crumbs.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 112.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.4mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 26.4g9%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 15.0g
- Protein 1.5g3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Use cold butter cut into small cubes for a more traditional, flaky streusel texture, or melted butter for a quicker, denser crumb.
Store unused streusel in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
For a vegan version, ensure the butter is plant-based or use coconut oil.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor complexity.
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