Raisin Biscuits
Soft, buttery, and perfectly studded with sweet, chewy raisins, these homemade raisin biscuits are a delightful treat for breakfast, tea time, or any moment that calls for a bit of indulgence. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and baking powder, these quick-to-make biscuits come together in just under 30 minutes. The cold, cubed butter ensures a tender and flaky texture, while a touch of vanilla extract enhances the warm, comforting flavor profile. Gently kneaded and cut into perfect rounds, these biscuits bake to golden perfection in under 15 minutes. For added shine and a bakery-style finish, an optional egg wash gives them a glossy, golden top. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or at room temperature for a nostalgic snack that pairs beautifully with coffee or tea. Keywords: raisin biscuits recipe, homemade biscuits, easy biscuit recipe, flaky biscuits, quick baking recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cups Raisins
- 1 Egg, beaten (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate small bowl, combine the milk and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and lightly knead it a few times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle.
Use a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Gather any scraps of dough, reshape, and cut out more biscuits.
If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are lightly golden on top.
Allow the biscuits to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.1 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 465 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 2718 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.7 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.2 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1519 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
