Crumb-Topped Strawberry Coffee Cake

Name: Crumb-Topped Strawberry Coffee Cake
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 9 servings.
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup whole milk; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries; TOPPING:; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup cold butter; 1/4 cup chopped pecans, optional

"With two busy children, I like to have recipes that get me out of the kitchen fast," notes Rose Palsgrove of Piqua, Ohio. "Our neighboring town hosts a strawberry festival every June, so strawberry recipes are popular in our area. This one is simple and delicious. Serve it warm.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup cold butter
1/4 cup chopped pecans, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat the egg, milk and butter. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Top with strawberries.
For topping, combine flour and sugar in a bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in pecans if desired; sprinkle over strawberries.
Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cut into squares; serve warm.