Useful Streusel
Transform your favorite baked goods with this versatile and delightfully crunchy Useful Streusel recipe! Made with a perfect balance of all-purpose flour, two types of sugar, and a hint of warm cinnamon, this streusel topping is your go-to for adding texture and flavor to muffins, pies, coffee cakes, and beyond. Chilled, cubed butter is expertly worked into the dry ingredients for a crumbly yet cohesive texture, while optional rolled oats and chopped nuts elevate its crunch and nuttiness. Whether used as a topping or baked solo for a snack-worthy treat, this quick-to-make streusel is ready in under 30 minutes and can be stored for future use. Optimize your baking with this endlessly adaptable recipe that's essential for cinnamon-sugar enthusiasts!
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Ingredients
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 85 grams unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 30 grams rolled oats (optional for texture)
- 30 grams chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
Step 2
Add the chilled, cubed butter to the dry mix. Using your fingers, a pastry cutter, or a fork, work the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. The streusel should hold together in clumps when pinched.
Step 3
If using rolled oats and/or chopped nuts, gently fold them into the mixture until evenly distributed.
Step 4
Use the streusel immediately as a topping for muffins, pies, or coffee cakes. Scatter it evenly across the surface of the baked good, ensuring an even layer.
Step 5
Alternatively, to bake the streusel on its own, spread the mixture in an even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
Step 6
Allow the streusel to cool completely if baked separately to achieve maximum crunch. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 368 grams (368.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1739 |
| Total Fat 92.40g | 118% |
| Saturated Fat 45.80g | 229% |
| Cholesterol 186mg | 62% |
| Sodium 1208mg | 53% |
| Total Carbohydrate 216.20g | 79% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.40g | 30% |
| Total Sugars 101.70g | |
| Protein 19.80g | 40% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 98mg | 8% |
| Iron 8mg | 42% |
| Potassium 448mg | 10% |
Source of Calories