Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of sweet cake: "crumb cake" specifically refers to a cake, often a simple or coffee cake, that is distinguished by its topping. The defining feature is a crumbly, streusel-like topping made from a mixture of sugar, butter, and flour.

Usage

• The term "crumb cake" is used as a countable noun to refer to the whole baked item. It is typically served as a dessert or with coffee.
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Examples

• Noun:
  • The bakery's signature item is a cinnamon crumb cake.
  • I followed a new recipe for apple crumb cake.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used in baking and culinary contexts. The "crumb" in the name directly refers to the texture and composition of the topping.
• While similar to "coffee cake," "crumb cake" explicitly highlights the crumb topping as its primary characteristic.

Variants and Related Words

• Coffee cake (n): A general term for a simple cake often served with coffee, which may or may not have a crumb topping. A crumb cake is a specific type of coffee cake.
• Streusel (n): The crumbly topping itself, made from flour, butter, and sugar, often used on cakes, pies, and muffins.
• Crumb topping (n): The mixture of sugar, butter, and flour that defines a crumb cake.

Synonyms

• Streusel cake: A very close synonym, emphasizing the streusel topping.
• Crumb-topped coffee cake: A more descriptive synonym.

Noun

1. cake or coffeecake topped with a mixture of sugar and butter and flour