Maple-Swirl Biscuits

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. 2
   Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with parchment paper, extending edges over ends; set aside.
3. 3
   In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. 4
   Using a pastry blender, cut in 1/2 cup cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
5. 5
   Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add milk and maple syrup all at once.
6. 6
   Using a fork, stir just until dough forms a ball.
7. 7
   On a lightly floured surface, knead dough gently for 10 to 12 strokes. Roll dough between two pieces of parchment paper or pat dough into a 14x10-inch rectangle.
8. 8
   In a small bowl combine maple sugar and apple pie spice.
9. 9
   Spread dough with 1/2 cup softened butter; sprinkle with the sugar-spice mixture and if desired at this point, sprinkle with raisins.
10. 10
    Starting from a long side, roll up into a spiral, pinching seam to seal.
11. 11
    Using a sharp knife, cut into 12 slices.
12. 12
    Arrange slices, cut sides down, in prepared pan. Drizzle with the 2 tablespoons melted butter.
13. 13
    Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden. Using edges of parchment paper, lift from pan to a wire rack. Cool slightly. Drizzle with Maple Glaze.
14. 14
    MAPLE GLAZE:
15. 15
    In a small bowl combine powdered sugar and maple syrup.
16. 16
    Stir in enough milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, to make a glaze of drizzling consistency.