dessert topping

noun
UK /dɪˈzɜːt ˌtɒp.ɪŋ/
US /dɪˈzɝːt ˌtɑː.pɪŋ/

A sweet food you put on top of dessert.

She added whipped cream as a dessert topping.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A decorative edible item placed on a dessert for appearance.

The cake was finished with a colorful dessert topping.

3. A flavored sauce served over ice cream or pudding.

Hot fudge is a popular dessert topping for sundaes.

4. A crumbly mixture baked on top of fruit desserts.

The apple crisp had a crunchy oat dessert topping.