Description
Baking fluffy homemade biscuits brings cherished memories and creates delightful, flaky layers perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually stir in the buttermilk until just combined.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently for about 30 seconds.
- Roll or pat the dough to about 1-inch thickness and cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter.
- Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Handle the dough gently to maintain its lightness; avoid overworking. For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs or spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: biscuits, baking, homemade, fluffy, comfort food