Warm & Gooey Apple Pie Coffee Cake: A Cozy Delight

In a small bowl, mix together the diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.

Make the Cake Batter:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round or square cake pan.

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.

Assemble the Cake:

Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.

Spoon the apple filling over the batter, spreading it out evenly across the cake.

Top with the remaining cake batter, smoothing it out over the apples.

Make the Streusel Topping:

In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and cold butter pieces.

Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.

Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the cake batter.

Bake the Cake:

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, and the cake is golden brown.

Allow the cake to cool for about 10-15 minutes before slicing.

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