Crunchy Apple Coffee Cake

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This is a recipe from an insert of the taste of home magazine - it's very moist and crunchy with the brown sugar/nut topping. the recipe makes 2 pans, so you can freeze one for later - but i'll bet you eat them both! my coworkers were asking for the recipe after the first bite!

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Steps

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In a mixing bowl , cream shortening and sugar.

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Add eggs and vanilla.

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Mix well.

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Combine flour , baking powder , baking soda and salt.

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Add to creamed mixture alternately with the sour cream.

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Stir in apples.

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Transfer to two greased 8-inch square baking pans.

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For the topping , combine brown sugar and cinnamon.

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Cut in butter until crumbly.

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Stir in nuts.

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Sprinkle over batter.

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Bake in a preheated 350f oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.

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Cool completely.

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Cover and freeze for up to 6 months.

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Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

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Ingredients

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butter flavor shortening, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sour cream, tart apples, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, butter, walnuts