Classic Crumb Topping Recipe for Muffins, Coffee Cake & Pies

Introduction

This video demonstrates a quick and easy recipe for making a crumb topping for muffins. The crumb topping adds a delightful texture and sweetness to the muffins, enhancing their flavor and making them even more irresistible.

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup of light brown sugar
• 1 cup of flour
• 1/2 teaspoon of coarse salt

Preparation Steps

1. Combine Butter and Sugar:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter and light brown sugar.
   • Use a hand mixer to beat the mixture until it's light and fluffy.

2. Add Flour and Salt:

   • Add flour and coarse salt to the butter and sugar mixture.
   • Use your hands to mix the ingredients until large crumbs form.

3. Top the Muffins:

   • Sprinkle a generous tablespoon of the crumb mixture over your favorite muffin batter.
   • Bake the muffins according to your muffin recipe's instructions.

Conclusion

This crumb topping is a simple way to add a delightful crunch and sweetness to your muffins. It's easy to prepare and can be used to enhance any muffin recipe. The combination of butter, brown sugar, flour, and salt creates a delicious topping that bakes to perfection, offering a contrasting texture to the soft muffin beneath.