Today is Grandparents Day – yes, I know it’s one of those artificial holidays that most people say are for commercial reasons only – but once you become a Grandparent – you celebrate EVERY day – so we consider this to be a special day for us. Also be sure to check out www.grandparents.com – it is a site especially for grandparents!
We have seen our grandsons a lot this week and it is especially joyful when that happens – and how happy they make us feel. They all love to dance, love music, and love the water – so whether it’s singing, dancing, swimming or splashing – they are happy and giggling all the time. Simple things make for happiness – taking a walk with Grandpa, for example. 
And of course cooking together is a favorite! Here is a recipe for Cinnamon Coffee Cake that we love to make together.
Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup butter unsalted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup buttermilk
Topping
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Directions:
- Cream together butter, 1/2 Cup brown sugar and 1 cup granulated sugar.
- Add the beaten eggs and mix well.
- Sift together all dry ingredients.
- Add to creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk.
- Pour into greased and floured 9 x 13-inch pan.
- Sprinkle topping over the batter.
- Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight ( this is the hard part – the kids want it NOW! We do this when they come for the weekend)
- Remove foil and bake at 350° for 35 minutes or until cake tests done.
