Homemade Biscuits Recipe

Fluffy, buttery, and unbelievably delicious homemade biscuits! This recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth perfection in just minutes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side to any meal. Get ready to experience the ultimate comfort food.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 122.8 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Homemade Biscuits

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How to Make Homemade Biscuits

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gradually add the cold buttermilk, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix!
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it to about 1-inch thickness.
  6. Use a 2-inch biscuit cutter or a knife to cut out biscuits. Reroll scraps to make more biscuits.
  7. Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your favorite butter and jam!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

7g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Homemade Biscuits?

Homemade Biscuits takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Homemade Biscuits?

Homemade Biscuits has approximately 122.8 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Homemade Biscuits?

The key ingredients for Homemade Biscuits are Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Shortening, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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