Ingredients
1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening1 teaspoon almond extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon baking powder4 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie fillingGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the sugar, butter, shortening, extracts, baking powder and eggs. Beat on low speed until blended; beat on high for 3 minutes. Stir in flour.
Spread two-thirds of the batter into a greased 15-1/2-in. x 10-1/2-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Spread pie filling over batter; drop remaining batter by tablespoonful over filling. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until golden. Combine the confectioners’ sugar and milk; drizzle over coffee cake. Serve warm.
