Step 1

Put all the Yeast Dough ingredients into the Bread Machine pan.

Step 2

Use the 'dough' setting and start (usually takes about 1½ hours).

Step 3

Grease a 10-inch springform pan if you wish a thicker cake. If you prefer thinner, then you can use a 17x11-inch cookie sheet.

Step 4

Once dough cycle is finished, pat dough into pan.

Step 5

For the topping, cut the butter into little knobs, placing them over the surface of the dough, slightly pushing them into the dough.

Step 6

Sprinkle with nuts (if using).

Step 7

Sprinkle with sugar.

Step 8

Cover and let stand in a warm place for about 30 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 10

Bake cake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.

Step 11

Let cool 10 minutes in pan on wire rack.

Step 12

Serve warm if possible.