Biscuits
The ultimate comfort food, Biscuits are fluffy, buttery delights that melt in your mouth. Perfect for any meal, you can customize them to be buttery or dairy-free. Easy to make and sure to satisfy, these treats are a must-try tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Frying Pan
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Salted butter or margarine or buttery flavored shortening, frozen
- 1 cup Milk or unsweetened non-dairy milk (almond, cashew, and soy milk work well)
- 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Additional salted butter or margarine
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F. This high temperature is crucial for achieving those perfectly fluffy biscuits.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. If you have extra time, chill the dry ingredients in the refrigerator for 20 minutes for an even better texture.
- Add the cold and cubed butter to the bowl. Using a pastry cutter or fork, combine the dry ingredients with the fat until the mixture resembles coarse sand with small pieces of butter throughout.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk (or non-dairy milk) and lemon juice. This combination adds a subtle acidity that enhances the flavor of the Biscuits.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and gently stir in the milk mixture, adding it a little at a time. Be careful not to overmix; the goal is a sticky dough that’s just combined.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Dust the top with a bit more flour and fold the dough over on itself 4 to 5 times. This technique helps create layers without overworking the dough.
- Shape the dough into a disc that’s about 1-inch thick. Using a 2-inch biscuit or cookie cutter, cut out biscuits by pushing straight down and slightly twisting to release.
- Place the cut biscuits on a greased baking sheet, ensuring they touch slightly at the edges to encourage rising during baking.
- Gently reform the remaining dough and cut out one or two more biscuits. You should have around 7 to 8 biscuits total.
- Press a small divot in the center of each biscuit with your thumb. This helps them rise evenly and gives them a nice presentation.
- Brush the tops with melted butter before placing them in the oven. Bake for 20 minutes or until the biscuits are fluffy and golden brown, rotating the pan halfway through.
- Enjoy the Biscuits warm from the oven; they’re at their best when fresh!
Notes
- Tip 1: Leftover Biscuits can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Tip 2: You can freeze unbaked Biscuits. Just cut them out, place them on a baking sheet, and freeze until solid. Then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Tip 3: These Biscuits go wonderfully with homemade gravy, soups, or even as a base for a breakfast sandwich.
- Tip 4: Experiment with adding herbs like rosemary or thyme for a savory twist, or stir in some cheese for extra flavor.
- Tip 5: Brush the tops with honey or maple syrup after baking for a sweet finish.