Quick Description
Fluffy, tender, and buttery, these biscuits melt in your mouth. They’re so simple but incredibly delicious, perfect for breakfast, dinner, or as a side with your favorite comfort foods.
Servings & Timing
- Yield: 10–12 biscuits
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed (plus more for brushing)
- ¾ cup whole milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven – Set your oven to 475°F (245°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients – In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (if using). Stir well.
- Cut in the butter – Add the cold cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.
- Add milk – Pour in the milk and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
- Turn out the dough – On a floured surface, gently knead the dough a few times to bring it together. Pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
- Fold the dough – For extra flakiness, fold the dough over itself a few times (like folding a letter) before rolling it out again.
- Shape biscuits – Using a biscuit cutter or a glass, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press the cutter straight down without twisting to get the best rise.
- Bake – Brush the tops of the biscuits with a little melted butter for a golden finish. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- Serve – Let the biscuits cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm, with butter, honey, or jam.
Additional Notes
- Fluffiness tip: Make sure your butter is cold and don’t overwork the dough to keep the biscuits light and flaky.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to bring back their fluffiness.
- Make-ahead: You can freeze unbaked biscuits. Place them on a baking sheet, freeze for 1–2 hours, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen at 475°F for 20–25 minutes.
Dietary Info
- Vegetarian
- Contains gluten and dairy
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