Mini Mocha Macadamia Muffins

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   In a small pot combine the hot coffee and 3/4 cup sugar and cook, stirring constanity just until sugar is dissolved (if it should start turning too thick add a bit more coffee, the purpose of this is just to melt the sugar).

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   Wisk in the cocoa powder and cool to room temperature.

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   Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a small bowl and set aside.

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   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 2 tblsp sugar until light and fluffy, then add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

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   Add coffee mixture and beat until blended.

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   Fold in half the dry ingredients using a spoon or spatula.

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   Fold in sour cream, then add remaining flour mixture.

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   Lastly, stir in the nuts and chocolate.

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   Fill muffin cups (greased) 3/4 full.

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    Bake 10-15 minutes at 400 degrees F.

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    *And that's a PILE of muffins even if they are mini size.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.