Copycat Mimi's Cafe Buttermilk Spice Muffins
"These Buttermilk Spice Muffins are reminiscent of Mimi's Cafe. They have lovely domed tops and a sugary topping. They are the perfect breakfast or quick snack."
NotesIf you prefer jumbo muffins, the recipe will yield six. Lower oven temperature to 325 degrees F and cook an additional 5-10 min until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
Serves12
Preparation Time5 min
Cooking Time25 min
Cooking MethodOven
Cooking Vessel Size12-cup Muffin Tin
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup white whole wheat flour
- 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup walnuts (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a standard muffin tin or line with liners.
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Beat together the butter, applesauce, and honey in a medium bowl.
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Add eggs one at a time and beat another minute.
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In a medium bowl, mix together the flours, baking soda, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
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Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and beat to combine. Add the buttermilk and beat again.
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Divide mixture evenly among prepared muffin tin.
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Combine ingredients for topping and divide evenly among muffins. Press down with the back of a spoon to make sure topping sticks.
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Bake immediately for 20-25 minutes.
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Remove from oven and let cool.
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