Rich Coffee Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Combine the flour, baking powder and salt.
4. 4
   Combine the sour cream and vanilla; add to creamed mixture alternately with dry ingredients.
5. 5
   Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle 2 T into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan.
6. 6
   For glaze, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth.
7. 7
   Spoon half of the batter over topping; sprinkle with half of the remaining topping.
8. 8
   Drizzle with half of the glaze.
9. 9
   Top with remaining batter; sprinkle with remaining topping.
10. 10
    Bake at 350 degrees for 60-70 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.
11. 11
    Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.
12. 12
    Warm remaining glaze; drizzle over coffee cake.
13. 13
    Serve warm, if desired.