APRICOT MUFFINS

Preparation Method :

• Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6. Lightly grease a 12-hole non-stick muffin tray or line with paper cases.
• Sift together the dry ingredients twice. Whisk the honey, almond extract, butter, eggs and buttermilk together in a large mixing bowl.
• Stir the dry ingredients quickly into the whisked mixture, but don't blend smoothly. Add the apricots and stir to incorporate lightly.
• Spoon the batter into the prepared tray or cases almost to the top. Top each with a blanched almond.
• Transfer to the oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the muffin tops are well risen and springy to the touch.
• Test by inserting a toothpick into the centre to check it comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven, leave for 3 - 5 minutes in the tray, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.