Description
This Pecan Pie Streusel Topping adds a deliciously crunchy and nutty layer to your favorite desserts, enhancing pies, cakes, or ice cream. Easy to prepare, its the perfect way to elevate any dish with its delightful flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Make sure you have all the ingredients listed above ready to go. Its always easier to have everything at hand before you start mixing.
- Chop the Pecans: If you havent done so already, chop your pecans into small pieces. You can use a sharp knife or pulse them in a food processor for a finer texture, but be careful not to over-process them into a powder!
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Use a whisk to mix everything together until well combined.
- Add the Pecans: Once your dry ingredients are mixed, add the chopped pecans to the bowl. Stir them in gently, ensuring they are coated with the flour and sugar mixture.
- Incorporate the Butter: Pour the melted unsalted butter into the bowl with the dry ingredients and pecans. Use a fork or your fingers to mix everything together until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Alternatively, lightly grease the baking sheet with cooking spray or butter.
- Spread the Streusel: Evenly spread the streusel mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, breaking up any large clumps for even baking.
- Bake the Streusel: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through. Bake until golden brown and fragrant.
- Cool the Streusel: Once done, remove the streusel from the oven and let it cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. It will harden as it cools.
- Assemble Your Dish: Choose your dessert base (like a pecan pie, pumpkin pie, cheesecake, or vanilla cake) and top it with the cooled pecan streusel.
Notes
- This streusel topping can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to adjust the spices or add other nuts for a unique flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes