Here is a seasonal dessert that makes a natural contribution to the holiday table. It’s not too sweet, so a medium-bodied red like the Taft Street 2013 Alexander Valley Merlot would be an appropriate complement.
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 – 4 cups chopped apples
NUT TOPPING:
- 1 cup toasted almonds, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons melted butter
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 350. Grease a 13 x 9 x 2 pan.
- Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla and mix well.
- Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt together. Add to liquid mixture, incorporating the sour cream as you go.
- Stir in chopped apples and add to mixture. Spread into greased pan, and sprinkle nut mixture on top.
- Bake 35 – 40 minutes.
Serves 10 – 12