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Strawberry Crunch Topping Perfection

Strawberry Crunch Topping Perfection

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A sweet-spiced, buttery crust with distinct crunchy clumps to elevate strawberry desserts. Ideal for pies, cakes, or parfaits, this topping balances crispness and caramel depth with golden-brown texture for a luxurious finishing touch.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 1.5 cups 1x

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

Instructions

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C)
In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt
Add cold butter cubes, using a pastry cutter or hands to blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with visible clumps
Spread topping in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet
Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fragrant

Notes

Butter must be cold and cubed for optimal texture
Avoid overmixing to maintain crumbly consistency
Use cake flour for a softer crunch
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks
Dairy-free option: substitute vegan butter

  • Author: Tiramisu Cake
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Strawberry Dessert Recipes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 21g
  • Fiber: 0.3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg