Mini coffee and walnut cakes
"Small, but perfectly formed, this modern take on a retro classic is perfect for elevenses. Equipment and preparation: for this recipe you will need a 16-cup mini cake tin or 16 x 5cm/2in chefsâ?? rings placed on a baking tray, plus a piping bag fitted with a 2D star nozzle...."
INGREDIENTS
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150g/5 1/2oz butter, softened
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150g/5 1/2oz light muscovado sugar Light brown sugar
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3 large free-range eggs
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150g/5 1/2oz self-raising flour
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1 level tsp baking powder
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1 tbsp coffee essence
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75g/2 1/2oz chopped walnuts
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150g/5 1/2oz butter, softened
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450g/1lb icing sugar, sifted
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2 tbsp milk
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1 tbsp coffee essence
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200g/7oz walnut halves, finely chopped
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16 chocolate-covered coffee beans
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