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Whole Wheat Zucchini Coffee Cake

Topping
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Cake
1-3/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped nuts, if desired
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups shredded zucchini
1/2 cup buttermilk*
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup oil
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg

Microwave Directions
Grease 12-cup microwave-safe tube pan.  In small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; coat inside of greased pan with cinnamon mixture.

In large bowl, combine all cake ingredients.  Blend at low speed until moistened; beat 2 minutes at medium speed.  Pour into prepared pan.

Microwave on HIGH for 10 to 14 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, rotating pan 1/4 turn every 4 minutes.  Cool in pan for 2 minutes.  Invert onto serving plate.  Store in refrigerator.  6 to 8 servings.
*TIP:  To substitute buttermilk, use 1-1/2 teaspoons vinegar or lemon juice plus milk to make 1/2 cup.  Let stand 5 minutes.

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