Plum Muffins

2 cups all-purpose flour

 

1 cup white sugar

 

2 teaspoons baking powder

 

1 teaspoon baking soda

 

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

 

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

 

1/2 teaspoon salt

 

2 large eggs

 

1/2 cup milk

 

1/4 teaspoon almond extract

 

1/2 cup melted unsalted butter

 

2 cups chopped plums

 

1/3 cup lightly toasted chopped almonds

 

3 tablespoons minced candied ginger (optional)