Butter Tart Muffins Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups raisins
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup salted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• Pinch of salt

Optional additions:

• 1/4 cup chopped dried cranberries
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Make raisin mixture: In a pot over medium heat, add sugar, raisins, butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Add cupcake liners to a muffin pan and set aside.
3. Combine dry ingredients: Stir together all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the center and pour in the warm raisin mixture. Stir to combine. Then add walnuts and mix together.
4. Bake: Spoon batter evenly into the muffin pan. Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of a muffin.
5. Top with maple syrup: Remove from oven and immediately pour maple syrup on top of each muffin.
6. Cool and serve: Cool for 10 minutes in the pan and then remove them to cool on a wire rack. Serve warm.

Optional additions:

• For extra flavor: Add chopped dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, or ground nutmeg.
• For a richer texture: Use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
• For a spicier kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.

Enjoy your delicious Raisin Muffins!