Crumb Topping – A Lovely Mess

In my thoughts, I’m submitting this crumb topping recipe below “kitchen fundamentals” because it’s the sort of easy trick that may actually elevate issues like muffins or apple pie.

And for no matter motive, I do know this in all probability needs to be known as crumb topping, however in my thoughts I at all times assume, “crumble topping” or “crumbly topping.” Lol.

Greater than a recipe, that is sort of nearly ratios between chilly butter, flour, and sugars. It’s really that easy. However this crumb topping can utterly remodel a store-bought muffin combine, or it may be added to the highest of heat, baked berries (the right late summer time dessert).

Are you able to make crumb topping with out brown sugar?

I make this with each brown sugar and granulated white sugar, however you should utilize granulated white sugar rather than the brown sugar portion.

When you do, although, I might add half a teaspoon of vanilla extract and perhaps a little bit sprinkle of cinnamon or one other spice you might need, because it’s the brown sugar that provides this a bit extra taste.

Do it’s a must to use chilly butter?

Chilly butter is vital right here. Don’t heat the butter despite the fact that it makes it simpler to work with. That is just like making pie crust—you need the fats of the recipe to be very chilly.

If I make this primary (earlier than the muffins or no matter else I’m making that goes with this), then I’ll put the crumb topping within the fridge till I’m prepared to make use of it.

I principally use this on muffins, pie, or cobbler, however one other enjoyable use is cookies like these banana bread muffin cookies or blueberry muffin cookies.

Pleased baking! xo. Emma

Crumb Topping

crumb topping for muffins or pie

• ½
  cup
  butter
  chilly
• ⅔
  cup
  all function flour
• ¼
  cup
  sugar
  brown
• ¼
  cup
  white sugar
  granulated

1. Dice the chilly butter into small items. Add to a medium dimension mixing bowl.

2. Add the flour, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.

3. Combine with a pastry blender or your clear palms till the batter is crumbly, and the largest items are the dimensions of a pea.

4. Maintain chilled till you might be prepared to make use of.

When you don’t have brown sugar, you should utilize all granulated white sugar as an alternative. When you do, add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and perhaps a pinch of cinnamon or one other spice you’ve simply so as to add a little bit taste (as some will probably be misplaced in case you don’t use brown sugar).