Raisin Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Set oven to 325 degrees F.
2. 2
   Line 16 standard-size muffin cups.
3. 3
   In a saucepan, bring raisins and rum just to a simmer over medium heat; remove from heat.
4. 4
   In a small bowl combine the flour with baking powder and cinnamon.
5. 5
   In another bowl beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
6. 6
   Add eggs and vanilla, beat well.
7. 7
   Alternately stir in flour mixture and milk into butter mixture beginning and ending with flour mixture.
8. 8
   Drain raisins and discard soaking liquid, then stir raisins into batter.
9. 9
   Spoon batter into prepared muffin pan filling three-quarters full.
10. 10
    Bake cupcakes about 20 minutes or until lightly browned and cupcakes test done.
11. 11
    Cool then transfer to a rack.