Definition

A crumbly topping made from flour, sugar, butter, and sometimes nuts, used on cakes and pastries.

Example

She sprinkled the streusel on top of the coffee cake before baking it.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making a cake with streusel topping?

No, I haven't! What does it taste like?

It's sweet and crunchy, really adds a nice texture to the cake.

That sounds delicious! I should definitely give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Streusel originates from the German word 'streuseln', meaning to sprinkle or scatter. It refers to a crumbly topping made from butter, sugar, and flour that is sprinkled over baked goods.

Memory Tip

Think of the German word 'streuseln', which means to 'sprinkle' — this helps you remember that 'streusel' is a topping that is sprinkled on desserts.

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