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.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 8

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)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Gently fold in the raisins until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are lightly golden on top.

Step 10

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

Serving size	769.8 grams (769.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2433

Total Fat 109.50g	140%
Saturated Fat 66.10g	331%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 465mg	155%
Sodium 2719mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 331.70g	121%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 126.20g
Protein 41.70g	83%

Vitamin D 179IU	895%
Calcium 383mg	29%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 1519mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 53.5%