"The taste of the holidays is unmistakable in this Cranberry Coffee Cake. A ribbon of red cranberry runs through the middle, and lots of crunchy pecans are sprinkled on top. Finish An almond icing is drizzled over the top to provide the finishing touch...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup water
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1 cup fresh cranberries
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon pure almond extract
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1 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup toasted pecans, coarsely chopped
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1 cup confectioner's (powdered) sugar
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1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
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3 to 4 teaspoons water