CINNAMON & RAISIN SCONES

Cinnamon & Raisin Scones image

Provided by Annelise Friedman

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 c flour
1/3 c brown sugar
4 tsp baking powder
1 tsp cinnamon
1/3 c butter or margarine
2 1/2 c honey bunches of oats cereal
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 c raisins
1 egg, beaten with 1 tsp water
1/2 c buttermilk* (may use substitute)
BUTTERMILK SUBSITITUTE:
1 1/2 tsp lemon juice or vinegar
1/2 c milk

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400 F & grease a baking sheet.
2. Combine, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
3. Cut in butter until mixture forms coarse crumbs. Add cereal and mix well.
4. Combine two eggs, buttermilk and raisins in separate bowl. Add to cereal mixture and stir until dough clings together.
5. Knead on a floured surface 5 to 6 strokes.
6. Divide dough in half. Roll or pat each half into a 6 inch circle that is 3/4 inch thick. Cut each circle into wedges and place on baking sheet. Brush with egg and water mixture.
7. Bake 11 to 13 minutes or until golden brown.