Description:

Moist muffins with wonderful warm spiced flavor.

Source:

S. Chokel

Serves/Makes:12 Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups (475 ml) of twice sifted flour
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) sugar
• 3 tsp (15 ml) baking powder
• 1/2 tsp (2 ml) cinnamon
• 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
• 1/4 tsp (1 ml) nutmeg
• 1/2 teapoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) chopped nutmeats
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) strong coffee
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk
• 3 tbsp (45 ml) melted butter

Preparation

• Sift dry ingredients together.
• Stir in nuts.
• Combine egg, coffee, milk, and melted butter.
• Add to dry ingredients, stirring only until mixed.
• Fill greased muffin tins two-thirds full.
• Bake at 400 degrees (200 C.) for 20 to 25 minutes.

Comments

These are excellent served with cappacinos or mochas. Their sweet spicy flavor compliments Ham and/or sausages for breakfast. Try these with a tab of cream cheese instead of butter for a delicious treat.