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Basic Biscuits
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This homemade biscuit recipe uses simple
ingredients and baking powder as the leavening. The
biscuits turn out golden brown and super tender
inside.
Submitted by lenihan5 | Updated on October 31, 2023
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Prep Time: Cook Time:
15 mins 10 mins
Total Time: Servings:
25 mins 10
Yield:
10 biscuits
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Looking for a homemade biscuit recipe that's perfect
for beginners and experienced cooks alike? Your
search ends here. This tried-and-true recipe is
beloved by the Allrecipes community because it's
easy to make with just five ingredients, it calls for
kitchen staples you probably already have on hand,
and it's absolutely delicious.
Basic Biscuit Ingredients
Here's what you'll need to make this top-rated
biscuit recipe:
Flour: All-purpose flour holds the ingredients
together. Also, the protein in flour (when
combined with moisture and heat) creates
gluten, which provides structure.
Baking Powder: Baking powder, not yeast, is
used as a leavener in this easy biscuit recipe. It
causes the dough to expand, giving the biscuits
volume and texture.
Salt: Salt acts as a flavor enhancer and it
strengthens the protein in the dough.
Shortening: Shortening is made of purely fat,
unlike butter which contains water and milk
solids. This means it's better at reducing (or
"shortening!") gluten strands, resulting in a so!
and crumbly biscuit.
Milk: Cold milk adds moisture, flavor, and
structure to the biscuit dough.
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How to Make Biscuits
You'll find the full recipe below, but here's a brief
overview of what you can expect:
1. Prepare the Dough: Si! the dry ingredients
into a large bowl. Cut in the shortening, then
add the milk. Mix until the dough is so! and
doesn't stick to the side of the bowl.
2. Knead and Roll: Turn the dough out onto a
lightly floured surface and knead briefly. Roll
the dough into an even sheet that's about ½-
inch thick.
3. Cut and Bake: Use a lightly floured biscuit
cutter to cut out the biscuits. Place the cut
biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet. Re-roll
the dough, repeating the cutting process, until
all the dough is gone. Bake until golden brown.
What to Serve With Biscuits
Top your biscuits with homemade sausage gravy,
jam, honey butter, or the spread of your choice. You
can also pair them with breakfast meats — such as
bacon, sausage, or chicken — or serve them with a
hearty soup or stew (you can't go wrong with a
classic beef stew).
More inspiration: 10 Ways to Dress Up Your
Homemade Biscuits
How to Store Biscuits
Store homemade biscuits in an airtight container (or,
if you want to go the extra mile, wrap them
individually in aluminum foil) at room temperature
for up to two days. To make them last for up to a
week, store them wrapped or in an airtight container
in the fridge.
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Can You Freeze Biscuits?
Yes! You can freeze homemade biscuits. Just place
them in a freezer bag, squeeze out the excess air,
seal the bag, and store in the freezer for up to three
months. Thaw frozen biscuits in the fridge,
microwave, or oven.
Allrecipes Community Tips and
Praise
"What a simple yet delicious recipe for a basic
biscuit," raves Gringuito. "Halved the recipe and
added some freshly grated cheese for flavor. Served
with so! salted butter to make them extra rich and
tasty."
"I have made these biscuits numerous times and
they are always a hit," says keiravion. "In an effort to
make these like my grandma's homemade biscuits
(mmm...memories!) I substitute buttermilk."
"My family likes to have these straight out of the
oven, smeared with some jam and butter," according
to Rita. "The le!overs are paired with soup."
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup shortening
¾ cup cold milk
Directions
Step 1
Gather all ingredients and preheat oven to 450
degrees F (230 degrees C).
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Step 2
In a large mixing bowl si! together flour, baking
powder and salt. Cut in shortening with fork or
pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse
crumbs.
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Step 3
Pour milk into flour mixture while stirring with a fork.
Mix in milk until dough is so!, moist and pulls away
from the side of the bowl.
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Step 4
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and
knead dough briefly, 5 to 7 times.
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PHOTO: DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS
Step 5
Roll dough out into a 1/2 inch thick sheet and cut out
biscuits with a floured cookie cutter. Press together
unused dough and repeat rolling and cutting
procedure.
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biscuits being cut out and placed on a baking sheet.
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Step 6
Place biscuits on ungreased baking sheets and bake
in preheated oven until golden brown, about 10
minutes.
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Step 7
Enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts
(per serving)
191 11g
Calories Fat
20g 3g
Carbs Protein
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