BUTTER TART MUFFINS

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I found this recipe in the local paper, who's source was "The Great Cdn. Muffin Bake-Off, Chatelaine, April 1966." I tried it and was pleased.

Provided by Shar-on

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 47m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups thompson seedless grapes (a full flavored raisin)
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, cut into chunks
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon rum flavoring
1 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1/4 cup maple syrup or 1/4 cup corn syrup

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, cook raisins, sugar, butter, eggs, milk and rum flavoring, stirring frequently, until it is slightly thickened and just beginning to bubble.
  • Cool slightly, uncovered.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir tog the dry ingredients.
  • Make a well in the centre and pour in warm raisin mixture, stirring just until combined.
  • Spoon muffin mixture into 12 greased muffins cups.
  • Sprinkle walnuts over top of each muffin.
  • Bake at 375°F for 17 minutes or until centre tests done.
  • Remove from oven and immediately pour 1 tsp syrup over each muffin.
  • Cool about 10 minutes before removing them to cool on rack.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

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