Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making The BEST Biscuits Recipe, a simple yet remarkably satisfying dish that elevates any meal. With just six easy-to-find ingredients, these buttery and flaky biscuits are a must-have for breakfast, dinner, or anytime you crave something delicious. Enjoy them warm with your favorite jam or honey, or serve them as a side to enhance hearty dishes like soups and stews. Their versatility makes them suitable for casual gatherings or elegant dinners, ensuring they impress family and friends alike. Try this quick recipe today and savor the homemade goodness that fills your kitchen with warmth and flavor!
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
Instructions
- Freeze the unsalted butter for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Grate the frozen butter into the dry mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the milk until just combined; add more milk if needed.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface, pat into a rectangle about 1½ inches thick, fold it over itself several times, then press down to about an inch thick.
- Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter without twisting; gather scraps to cut more biscuits.
- Place on the baking sheet and brush tops with milk or melted butter if desired. Bake for 13 to 16 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg