Raisin Puffs are a delightful pastry that is perfect for breakfast or dessert. These sweet and flaky treats are filled with plump raisins and have a golden brown crust that is simply irresistible. They are easy to make and will impress your friends and family. So, let's get baking and enjoy these delectable Raisin Puffs!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the cold butter to the bowl and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the milk to the bowl and stir until a dough forms.
- Fold in the raisins.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it a few times until it comes together.
- Roll out the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness.
- Use a round cookie cutter or glass to cut out circles from the dough.
- Place the circles onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the puffs are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Dust the cooled raisin puffs with powdered sugar before serving.
