Sweet Cornmeal Biscuits

Step 1

Whisk together dry ingredients in a large bowl.

Step 2

Cut in butter, using a pastry blender or two knives.

Step 3

In a small bowl lightly beat the eggs then stir in the lemon juice, molasses and 1/3 cup milk.

Step 4

Make a well in the centre of your dry ingredients and pour in the liquid mixture.

Step 5

Mix gently with a fork until flour is mostly incorporated.

Step 6

Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and gently gather and knead to incorporate the remaining flour.

Step 7

Gently pat into a rectangle and fold into thirds, like a business letter.

Step 8

Gently pat or roll into a rectangle again and fold into thirds once more.

Step 9

Do this once more then gently roll into a rectangle about 3/4″ thick.

Step 10

Cut into rounds (without twisting) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 11

Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 12

Preheat oven to 400 F.

Step 13

Remove biscuits from fridge, lightly brush the tops with a little milk and sprinkle with sugar.

Step 14

Bake for 18-20 minutes.