Baking Powder Biscuits Drop Type Recipe

A treasured family recipe passed down through generations! This recipe, originally from a 1963 Pillsbury cookbook, delivers light and fluffy drop biscuits just like Grandma used to make. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting side dish, these classic biscuits are incredibly easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to experience the taste of nostalgia!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 127.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.4 (72 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baking Powder Biscuits Drop Type

  • All Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup milk

How to Make Baking Powder Biscuits Drop Type

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  3. Cut in 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add 3/4 cup of milk all at once. Stir gently with a fork just until the dough comes together; do not overmix.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough into the prepared muffin cups.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

7g

Carbs

5g