Indulge in the comforting flavors of cinnamon and raisins with these homemade iced biscuits. The perfect sweet treat for breakfast or as a snack, these biscuits are sure to become a family favorite. The icing adds a delightful touch of sweetness that complements the warm spices perfectly.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the raisins, then add the milk and mix until just combined.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick circle.
- Use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown.
- While the biscuits are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the icing.
- Once the biscuits are done, let them cool slightly before drizzling the icing over the top.
- Enjoy these iced cinnamon raisin biscuits warm or at room temperature.
