The term streusel comes from the German word streuen, which means “to scatter or sprinkle.” Streusel is a very common addition to Austrian and German desserts like kuchen and crumb cake.
Ingredients
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Directions
In a small bowl, combine flour, sugars, if desired cinnamon and salt. Stir in butter just until combined (do not overmix).