RAISIN BISCUITS

2 C flour

1 tbsp. white sugar

3 tsp. baking powder

1 tsp. cinnamon

½ tsp. salt

½ C cold butter, cubed

1/3 C raisins

½ C milk

3 tbsp. maple syrup

Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt & cinnamon and cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.  Add the raisins.  Combine the milk & maple syrup and add to the mixture mixing just until moistened.  Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead 8 – 10 times.  Cut with a floured biscuit cutter.  Place on a parchment lined cookie sheet and bake at 450°F for 12 – 15 minutes or until golden brown.