Rediscovering the Charm of Sailor Jacks: A Nostalgic Treat from the Oregon Coast
In the late 1980s, during a visit to a quaint bakery nestled along the Oregon coast, I encountered a delightful pastry that would become a cherished memory: the Sailor Jack muffin. These spiced, cocoa-infused muffins, reminiscent of gingerbread or spice cake, were topped with a simple vanilla icing, offering a comforting and flavorful experience.
🧁 Ingredients
Muffins:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1¼ cups packed brown sugar
3 large eggs
½ cup molasses
⅔ cup buttermilk
1 cup hot water
1 cup raisins
Icing:
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons water
👩🍳 Instructions
