Ingredients

  • 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

Method

  • 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.