Dutch Crumb Squares

Experience the perfect balance of buttery richness and sweet crumble with these irresistible Dutch Crumb Squares! This easy-to-make dessert features a soft, spiced base topped with a melt-in-your-mouth crumb layer, crafted from pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you'll have a warm and comforting treat ready to bake in no time. Perfect for coffee breaks, afternoon snacks, or holiday platters, these crumb squares are a crowd-pleasing delight that stay fresh for days. Serve them as-is or alongside a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate indulgence. Your kitchen is about to smell divine!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 large egg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Reserve 3/4 cup of this mixture for the crumb topping.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and vanilla extract, then add it to the remaining crumb mixture in the large bowl. Stir until a soft, cohesive dough forms.

Step 5

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create the base layer.

Step 6

Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the top of the base layer to create the crumb topping.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 28-32 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the pan.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour.

Step 9

Once cooled, cut into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(907.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4061.5

Total Fat 202.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 736.2mg	0%
Sodium 1198.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 532.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 298.8g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 226.5mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 599.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.4%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 51.8%