Portugal Cakes

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Flavored with sherry and a sprinkling of currants, these sweet little cakes make a splendid partner to coffee or tea.

INGREDIENTS (for 1 servings):

PREPARATION:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees C (190 degrees F). Grease or spray with non-stick cooking spray 12 muffin tins.
  • Separate the eggs. Lightly beat the egg yolks. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
  • Cream the sugar with the butter or margarine until light. Add the beaten egg yolks and sherry. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites.
  • Sift the flour with the nutmeg and gently stir into the egg mixture until smooth. Stir in the currants. Pour the batter into the prepared tin.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees F) for 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.