Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits

 Cinnamon Raisin Biscuits

Biscuits:

3 c. flour

1/2 c. sugar

2 tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. baking soda

2 tsp. ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp. salt

1/2 c. vegetable shortening

2/3 c. raisins

1 c. buttermilk

Glaze:

2 c. powdered sugar

4 T. milk

2 tsp. vegetable oil

1 tsp. ground cinnamon

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.  Place parchment paper on a large baking sheet.

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.  Cut in the vegetable shortening using a pastry blender until mixture is crumbly.

Stir in the raisins and buttermilk, stirring only until the dry ingredients are moistened.  If is seems too dry add a bit more buttermilk until the dough starts to hold together.

Pat the dough out to a 3/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.  Cut with a 3-inch biscuit cutter.  Place on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake for 10 - 15 minutes.

Make the glaze by combining the powdered sugar, milk, vegetable oil and cinnamon in a small bowl.  Stir until completely mixed.  Drizzle the glaze over the hot biscuits.  Serve warm.