Cinnamon Twist Coffee Cake1

Ingredients

Directions

Dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand 5 minutes.

Combine boiling water, potato flakes, and salt in a large mixing bowl; beat well at medium speed of an electric mixer.

Add 1/2 cup sugar, dry milk powder, and 1/2 cup butter; beat well.

Add eggs and yeast mixture, beating well.

Gradually beat in 3 cups flour; add remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition.

Turn dough out onto a heavily floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic.

Place in a well-greas bowl, turning to grease top.

Cover and let rise in a warm place (85 degrees), free from drafts, 1 hour or until doubled in bulk.

Punch dough down, and divide into 6 equal portions.

Roll each portion into a 12-inch circle.

Place one circle on a lightly greased 12-inch pizza pan.

Spread 2 tablespoons butter over top of dough, leaving a 1/2-inch margin.

Combine 2/3 cup sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle about 2-1/2 tablespoons cinnamon mixture and 2 tablespoons almonds over dough.

Place a second circle of dough on top of first.

Repeat process with butter, cinnamon mixture, and almonds.

Top with a third circle of dough.

Moisten outer edge of circle, and seal.

Recipe continues on Cinnamon Twist Coffee Cake2.

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Nutrition Facts

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.