Ingredients
CINNAMON CHIPS:3 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon ground cinnamon2 teaspoons shortening2 teaspoons corn syrupSCONES:1-2/3 cups bread or all-purpose flour2 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/3 cup cold butter1/2 cup evaporated milk1/2 cup raisinsAdditional evaporated milk
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, shortening and corn syrup with a fork until crumbly and evenly blended. Spread onto a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 250° for 30-40 minutes or until melted and bubbly. Cool completely; break into small pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until moistened. Gently stir in raisins and cinnamon chips.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface. Roll to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-in. biscuit cutter.
Line a baking sheet with foil and grease the foil. Place scones 1 in. apart on foil. Brush tops lightly with additional milk. Bake at 400° for 14-16 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
