Preheat oven to 400

Add the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.

Chop up the butter into small squares and add to the dry mixture.

Cut the butter with a pastry knife until the mixture becomes crumbly (alternatively you can use a food processor).

Slowly add in milk or cream, and fold the ingredients (batter will become sticky, but very doughy) until the dry mixture is fully incorporated.

Fold in raisins and carrots.

Press the dough into a large circular flat disk about 1 inch thick onto parchment paper.

Using a biscuit cutter, cut small 2 inch round scones from the batter and place on baking pan. Alternatively, use a pizza cutter or knife to slice into small triangles.

Bake for 17-20 minutes.

Best served warm.