Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and raisins; set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt; mix well.
  3. Cut shortening or butter in until mixture resembles course meal.
  4. Add milk all at once, stirring quickly with a fork to make soft, sticky dough. Don't overmix.
  5. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface; gather gently into a ball; knead lightly about 10 times.
  6. Roll out dough into a 10-inch square; spread filling evenly over dough.
  7. Roll up; pinch edges to seal.
  8. With a sharp knife, cut into 9 pieces.
  9. Place in a greased 8-inch square pan.
  10. Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 18 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 3 minutes; turn out onto a rack.
  11. For icing, mix icing sugar, milk, and vanilla together.
  12. Glaze or drizzle with icing.