Description
Indulge in the delight of Perfect Homemade Biscuits, which are not only quick and easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile. With a soft, fluffy texture and a golden-brown finish, these biscuits can elevate any meal—from breakfast to dinner. In just about 15 minutes, you can enjoy warm biscuits fresh from the oven, whether paired with butter and jam or served alongside savory dishes. The secret lies in using cold butter for that light and airy consistency. A family favorite, these homemade biscuits will quickly become a staple on your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 3/4 cup cold butter
- 1 egg
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Cut cold butter into small pieces and refrigerate until needed.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, baking powder, and cream of tartar.
- Use a pastry cutter to incorporate cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles pea-sized crumbs.
- Stir in the milk and egg until just combined; the dough will be slightly sticky.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently about 10–15 times.
- Pat the dough to a thickness of about 3/4–1 inch and cut out rounds with a biscuit cutter.
- Place biscuits on a greased baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush with melted butter right after baking for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg