German (Beer) Coffee Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice and cloves; set aside.
2. 2
   Combine dates and nuts.
3. 3
   Stir in a small amount of the flour mixture, to coat; set aside.
4. 4
   In large bowl, cream the butter and sugar.
5. 5
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg.
6. 6
   Add flour mixture, alternately with beer, blending well after each addition.
7. 7
   Stir in dates and nuts.
8. 8
   Pour into well-greased and floured 12-cup fluted tube pan.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Cool pan on rack for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Turn out and cool.
12. 12
    Wrap in foil and refrigerate for 24 hours.