Fluffy Homemade Biscuits: A Perfect Breakfast or Side Dish

Craving the perfect biscuit that’s light, fluffy, and golden brown? Look no further! These Homemade Biscuits are easy to make and pair wonderfully with any meal. Whether you’re enjoying them with jam for breakfast, serving them as a side to your favorite dinner, or simply savoring their buttery goodness, these biscuits are sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

For about 8 biscuits, you will need:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
• ¾ cup whole milk (plus extra for brushing the tops)
• 1 tablespoon butter (melted, for brushing)

Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Pastry cutter or fork
• Rolling pin (optional)
• Biscuit cutter or sharp knife
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Baking Sheet

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the biscuits from sticking (optional).

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 3: Cut in the Butter

1. Add the cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces of butter.

Step 4: Add the Milk

1. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk.
2. Stir gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix!

Step 5: Shape and Cut the Biscuits

1. Lightly flour your work surface and turn the dough out onto it.
2. Gently pat the dough into a rectangle about 1-inch thick. Use a biscuit cutter or a sharp knife to cut out biscuits. If you don’t have a biscuit cutter, you can simply cut the dough into squares.
3. Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are touching for softer sides or spaced apart for crispier edges.

Step 6: Bake

1. Brush the tops of the biscuits with a little milk for a golden finish.
2. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits have risen.

Step 7: Serve

1. Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly.
2. Brush the tops with melted butter for extra richness.
3. Serve warm with butter, jam, or as a side to your favorite dish.

Tips for Perfect Biscuits

• Cold Butter: Keep the butter cold to ensure a flaky texture. You can even chill the flour for a few minutes before starting.
• Don’t Overwork the Dough: Mix just until the dough comes together. Overmixing can result in dense biscuits.
• Use Fresh Baking Powder: Make sure your baking powder is fresh to ensure the biscuits rise properly.
• Cutting the Biscuits: Don’t twist the cutter when pressing it into the dough—this ensures the biscuits rise evenly.

These Fluffy Homemade Biscuits are easy to make, and the results are delicious every time. Whether you’re making them for breakfast or as a comforting side dish, these biscuits will become a favorite in your household. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven and share them with family and friends!

Give this recipe a try today, and let us know how much you loved it! Don’t forget to share your biscuit creations on social media—tag us so we can see your results! 🧑‍🍳🥐✨