Cherry Nut Coffee Cake

Directions

1. 1
   To make the topping: In a small bowl, add the sugar and flour.
2. 2
   With a pastry blender, cut in the shortening until mixture is like coarse crumbs.
3. 3
   Add in walnuts; stir and set aside.
4. 4
   To make the cake: In a mixing bowl, cream the shortening, sugar, and vanilla.
5. 5
   Add in the eggs, beating well.
6. 6
   In another bowl, add the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir to combine.
7. 7
   Add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture alternately with the sour cream; stir well after each addition.
8. 8
   Spread half of the batter into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
9. 9
   Spread half of the pie filling evenly over the batter.
10. 10
    Repeat layers.
11. 11
    Sprinkle topping mixture evenly.
12. 12
    Bake at 350F for 50 minutes or until the top is browned and pick comes out clean.
13. 13
    Let cool slightly.
14. 14
    For glaze: In a small bowl, mix together the milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla; Drizzle over the coffee cake.
15. 15
    Cut into squares and serve.