Here’s a simple and delicious biscuit recipe for you:
Fluffy Homemade Biscuits
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into small cubes)
- 3/4 cup cold milk (or buttermilk)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar (if using).
- Cut in the butter: Add the cold butter cubes to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk: Pour in the cold milk (or buttermilk) and gently stir until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
- Shape the dough: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Gently knead the dough 2-3 times, then pat it into a 1/2-inch thick round. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out the biscuits.
- Place on baking sheet: Arrange the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between them for even baking.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with butter, honey, or jam!
This recipe yields about 8-10 biscuits. Enjoy!