Description
These Billion Dollar Buttery Biscuits are perfectly flaky, tender, and rich in buttery flavor. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, they are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a side with any meal. Enjoy them warm with butter, honey, or your favorite spread for a truly indulgent treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and garlic powder if using until well combined.
- Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs, which creates a flaky biscuit texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the milk and vanilla extract. Slowly pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined to avoid tough biscuits.
- Form the Dough: Transfer the dough onto a well-floured surface. Pat or lightly roll it out to approximately 1-inch thickness to ensure proper rising.
- Cut Biscuits: Use a biscuit cutter or knife to cut out individual biscuits and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the tops turn golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool for a few minutes. Serve warm, optionally with butter or your favorite spreads.
- Optional Brushing: For an extra rich flavor and golden top, brush the biscuits with melted butter just before baking.
- Storage: These biscuits can be frozen after baking for up to 2 months. Reheat them in the oven to serve fresh.
- Variations: Try adding fresh herbs, shredded cheese, or spices to the dough for delicious variations.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is cold for flaky texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough biscuits.
- Optional garlic powder adds a subtle savory note.
- Biscuits are best served fresh but freeze well after baking.
- Use buttermilk in place of milk for a tangier flavor and softer biscuits.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on desired sweetness level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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