*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          Buttermilk Coffee Cake

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Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Breakfast                        Desserts

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   3       c            Flour
   2       c            Sugar
   1       ts           Cinnamon
     1/4   ts           Ground cloves
   2 1/2   ts           Baking soda
   1       c            Buttermilk
   1       c            Raisins or chopped nuts **

  ** -- optional

  In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and
  baking soda. Cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Save one cup
  of the mixture for topping. Stir in buttermilk, mixing until well
  combined. Add raisins or nuts if desired. Pour into greased 9x13"
  pan and sprinkle with topping. Bake at 325°F for 1 hour or until
  toothpick comes out clean. This coffee cake can be made ahead and
  frozen. Keeps well when frozen.
 

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