Crumbled Topping for Ice Cream

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Crumbled Topping for Ice Cream is a crunchy, sweet garnish made from a mixture of baked or toasted ingredients like flour, butter, sugar, and often oats or nuts. It is a classic American dessert topping, commonly used to add texture and flavor contrast to smooth ice cream.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This topping is high in fat and carbohydrates, providing a quick energy boost. A typical serving offers a mix of simple sugars and dietary fiber, with a calorie count that can range from 150 to 250 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	95 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Zinc	0.5 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Selenium	5 mcg
Vitamin E	0.8 mg

Per 1/4 cup (35 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this topping represents a simple, homemade comfort food tradition in North America, often associated with summer barbecues and casual gatherings. Nutritionally, its high fat and sugar content makes it an indulgent treat, but the inclusion of oats or nuts can add beneficial minerals and fiber.