SPRINGTIME COFFEE CAKE BY JANET

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This cake is good for a Easter brunch or for that midnight snack. It is easy to make and is best when served fresh, but good anytime.

Provided by JANET JORDAN

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 c flour
2 c sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
3/4 c butter ( 1 1/2 sticks )
2 c buttermilk
1 tsp baking soda
1 c raisins
1 c chopped nuts

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and spices. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles corn meal.
  • 3. Reserve 1/2 cup of the mixture in a second bowl, combine the buttermilk and baking soda.
  • 4. Pour this into the remaining crumb mixture in halves, beating thoroughly after each addition.
  • 5. Stir in the raisins and nuts. Spread the batter into a greased and floured9 by 13 pan.
  • 6. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over top. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour until brown and springy when touched or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.

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