Streusel Apple Coffee Cake

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups peeled, cored and diced apples
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup butter, softened

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour an 8 inch square pan.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together 1 cup flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a large bowl, cream together the white sugar and 1/2 cup butter. Beat in the egg, then stir in the vanilla. Gradually beat in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk. Spread the batter into the prepared pan.
3. In a medium bowl, mix together the apples, brown sugar, 1/4 cup flour and 1/4 cup butter. Sprinkle over the batter. Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Interesting Facts

• The streusel topping consists of a combination of white and brown sugar, butter and flour, which is mixed together to form a crumbly texture.
• This coffee cake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as an afternoon snack.
• Serve it warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream for a real treat!