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Flaky Biscuits

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These easy homemade biscuits are buttery, flaky, and perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed Keep very cold for flakiness
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk or milk For homemade buttermilk, add 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar to 3/4 cup milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and place a rack in the center.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Gradually pour in the buttermilk, stirring just until the dough holds together.
  5. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, pat into a rough rectangle, and gently fold.
  6. Roll or pat the dough to about 1-inch thickness, then cut rounds with a floured biscuit cutter.
Baking
  1. Place the biscuits on a baking sheet, brush with melted butter if desired, and bake for 15–20 minutes.
  2. Remove when golden brown and the centers are set. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mg

Notes

Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container for up to 48 hours or refrigerate for 4-5 days. To freeze, wrap individually and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
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