Nanny's Newfoundland Tea Biscuits

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease two baking sheets. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Stir in the raisins, ensuring they are evenly distributed. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 8 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs until well combined. Set aside. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, sugar, and salt together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes. Gradually add the egg mixture to the butter mixture, beating until just combined. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 12 mins Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few streaks of flour are okay. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat or roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1 inch. Use a biscuit cutter or a juice glass to cut out approximately 24 biscuits. (8 minutes)

Recipe View Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top. (12 minutes)

Recipe View Remove from the oven and let cool slightly on the baking sheets before serving. (5 minutes)