Apple Coffee Cake by mcushman

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 30 min.

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream 1-3/4 to 2 cups chopped peeled tart apples TOPPING: 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons cold butter 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, mixing well after each addition. Stir in apples. Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes.

For topping, combine brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in nuts; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely. Cover and freeze for up to 6 months.

Servings: 12