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10-Minute Buttery Streusel Crumble Topping – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

10-Minute Buttery Streusel Crumble Topping

Meet the secret weapon your baked goods have been missing! This is more than just a topping; it's a buttery, crumbly, cookie-like streusel that adds incredible texture and flavor to everything it touches. Ready in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cup
Calories: 125
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 8 tablespoons (113 g / 4 oz) unsalted butter
  • 1 cup (220 g / 7.8 oz) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (60 g / 2.12 oz) chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1.5 g / 0.05 oz) ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) all-purpose or whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g / 0.05 oz) salt
  • Pro-Tips for the Perfect Crumble
  • For a chocolate version, mix in 3 tablespoons (45 ml / 1.5 fl oz) of unsweetened cocoa powder with the dry .
  • Create a classic oat topping by substituting half of the flour with 1/2 cup (480 ml) of rolled oats.
  • Make this crumble ahead of time. Wrap it tightly in plastic and refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. No need to thaw before using.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the all-purpose flour with an equal amount of rice flour for a wonderfully delicate texture.

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together using an electric mixer, food processor, or a fork until well combined.
  2. Add the chopped nuts, lemon juice, cinnamon, flour, and salt.
  3. Stir or pulse until the mixture is combined and looks like coarse, crumbly sand. It should not form a solid dough.
  4. Crumble the mixture over your favorite crisp, quick bread, or muffins before baking. Alternatively, bake on a sheet pan at 350°F / 175°C until golden brown to use as a crunchy topping for yogurt or a filling for crêpes.

Nutrition

Calories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 7g

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