1. Sift flour into a bowl.
2. Rub in shortening till the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
3. Lightly beat egg and blend with milk.
4. Add to flour mixture and stir until moistened.

For Nutty Layer:

1. Combine flour, butter, brown sugar, walnuts and cinnamon powder.
2. In greased muffin pans spoon alternate layers of batter and nutty mixture until pans are 2/3 full.
3. Bake in a moderate oven at 190°C for 20 mins.