Madeira Biscuits Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   In a small bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
2. 2
   In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add vanilla extract and beat until combined.
3. 3
   Beat in 1/2 flour mixture. Beat in second 1/2 just until dough forms. Stir in raisins and currents.
4. 4
   On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 1 1/2 inch wide log. Wrap in plastic wrap and let chill in refrigerator for at least 1 1/2 hours.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
6. 6
   Take dough out of refrigerator and unwrap. Slice logs into 1/4 inch rounds. Place rounds on baking sheets.
7. 7
   Baking cookies until golden, about 12 minutes.