Ingredients

Procedure

1. Measure raisins into a bowl; add hot water to cover and soak for 15 minutes. Drain for 5 minutes and let raisins stand for at least 1 hour more or overnight.

Mixing:

2. Blend flour, sugar, baking powder and salt together with paddle attachment on low.

3. Blend in softened butter, eggs and milk. Then, stir in raisins.

Shaping:

4. Roll out dough to about 3/4-inch thickness. Cut into scones and place on parchmentlined cookie sheet.

5. Bake at 360°F for about 18 minutes.

Variations:

  • Raisins in Mexican Conchas
  • Raisins in Italian Panetone.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

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Raisins are great food choices for most individuals, including those with Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
- by James W. Anderson, M.D., Professor of Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, Emeritus, University of Kentucky.