Sometimes the best part of a pie isn’t the filling- it’s the crumb topping. That golden, buttery layer that bakes into sweet, cinnamon-kissed crumbles is the finishing touch that takes a good pie and makes it unforgettable.
Made with just flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter, this crumb topping comes together in minutes but delivers big flavor. The brown sugar melts into the butter as it bakes, creating rich, caramel-like notes, while the cinnamon adds just enough warmth to make every bite feel cozy.
As the pie bakes, the topping transforms into perfectly crisp clusters that contrast beautifully with the soft filling underneath. Each spoonful gives you a little bit of everything: juicy fruit, flaky crust, and that irresistible buttery crumble on top.
Whether you’re topping apple, peach, blueberry, or pear pie, this simple crumb topping adds texture, warmth, and just the right amount of sweetness. It’s the kind of finishing touch that makes people come back for “just one more slice.”
Crumb Topping for Pie
Ingredients
- 60 g flour
- 110 g brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 57 g butter cold
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir to combine.60 g flour110 g brown sugar1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Using a pastry cutter or your hands, cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse sand and holds together when squeezed together.57 g butter
- Place the bowl in the fridge or freezer for at least 15 minutes.
- Once out of the fridge or freezer, break it into clumps with your fingers before spreading it on top of the pie. Enjoy!
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