Peach Muffins with Crumb Topping Recipe

Place peaches in a bowl and cover with 1/2 cup of the sugar. Allow the peaches to sit for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 400°. Lightly grease 24 muffin cups (or use paper liners). Cream softened butter and remaining sugar until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat until fluffy. In a bowl, combine 3 1/2 cups flour, baking powder and salt. Alternately fold in the flour mixture and milk to the creamed sugar and eggs, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the peaches. Spoon 1/4 cup batter into each prepared cup. In a small bowl, combine remaining flour, brown sugar, pecans and cinnamon. Mix well. Add the 4 tablespoons cold butter, using your hands mix until it is coarse crumbs. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon crumb mixture on each muffin. Place in oven and bake 15 - 20 minutes or until golden brown.