# streusel

> English word · Noun · IPA /ˈstruː.zəl/

## Definitions
1. A crumbly topping for cakes and quick breads. It is made of sugar, flour, butter, and often other ingredients, especially cinnamon and chopped nuts.

## Etymology
Borrowed from German Streusel. Related to strew.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-05-06.
Canonical page: https://plainspell.com/en/word/streusel