Cinnamon Raisin Sweet Rolls

Ingredients

• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 1 egg
• ½ cup water
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 4 tablespoons seeded raisins
• Melted butter (for brushing)

Method

1. 1 Sift 2 tablespoons of sugar with flour, salt, and baking powder. Rub in the shortening lightly.
2. 2 Beat the egg into the water, then add slowly to the dry ingredients to form a dough.
3. 3 Roll dough 1/3 inch thick on a floured board. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with remaining sugar, cinnamon, and raisins.
4. 4 Roll up like a jelly roll and cut into 1½ inch pieces. Place cut-side up on a greased pan.
5. 5 Sprinkle tops with more sugar and cinnamon. Bake in a moderate oven (350°F) for 30 to 45 minutes. Remove from pan immediately.