Oatmeal Cookie Crumble Topping

Oatmeal Cookie Crumble Topping recipe videos

Oatmeal Cookie Crumble Topping is a sweet, textured mixture primarily used to top desserts like fruit crisps, cobblers, or yogurt. It typically consists of rolled oats, brown sugar, butter, and flour, often spiced with cinnamon, and is inspired by the flavors of classic American oatmeal cookies. This topping hails from North American home baking traditions, where it provides a delightful contrast to soft, baked fruit fillings.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This topping is high in carbohydrates and fat, primarily from the oats, sugar, and butter, with a modest amount of plant-based protein from the oats. A typical serving (about 1/4 cup) can range from 150 to 250 calories, offering some dietary fiber and iron from the oats.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	140 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	1.5 g
Sugar	9 g
Sodium	50 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Zinc	0.5 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Selenium	4 mcg

Per 1/4 cup (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this topping represents a clever and popular way to transform a beloved cookie flavor into a versatile, textural component for a wide range of baked goods. Nutritionally, while indulgent, the use of whole oats provides a source of soluble fiber, which can help moderate the sugar spike from the sweet ingredients.