Cinnamon Coffee Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and 2 cups sugar until fluffy.
2. 2
   Add vanilla.
3. 3
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. 4
   Combine flour, baking powder, soda and salt; add alternately with sour cream, beating just enough after each addition to keep batter smooth.
5. 5
   Spoon 1/3 of batter into a greased 10-inch tube pan.
6. 6
   Combine cinnamon, nuts and remaining sugar.
7. 7
   Sprinkle 1/3 over batter in pan.
8. 8
   Repeat layers two more times.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for 70 minutes or until cake tests done. Cool for 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. 11
    Yield:
12. 12
    16 to 20 servings.