Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream the butter and 2 c. sugar until fluffy.
  2. Add the vanilla; add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  3. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; add alternately with sour cream, beating just enough after each addition to keep batter smooth.
  4. Spoon one-third of the batter into a greased 10 inch tube pan.
  5. Combine the cinnamon, nuts, and remaining sugar; sprinkle one-third over batter in pan.
  6. Repeat layers two more times.
  7. Bake at 350 degrees for 70 minutes or until cake tests done.
  8. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.