Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits
A quick and easy breakfast treat, these Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits will be a hit with the family!
Servings: 20 servings
Ingredients
For the biscuits
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoons baking soda
- ¾ cup shortening
- 1 cup raisins
- 2 cups buttermilk or milk
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently.
- Cut in shortening until mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- Add raisins and buttermilk. Stir just until all ingredients are moistened. The batter will be slightly sticky.
- Scrape dough onto a well-floured surface. Knead lightly 6-10 times. Roll dough out to ½-inch thickness. Cut with a 2-inch cutter and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-17 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown.
- Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by placing the powdered sugar in a medium bowl and adding warm water and vanilla. Mix with a whisk until smooth.
- Brush the tops of the baked biscuits with the glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can make these ahead, but don't glaze until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 385mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 41IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 2mg
