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The BEST Biscuits Recipe

The BEST Biscuits Recipe

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There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked biscuits filling your home, evoking feelings of warmth and comfort. This recipe for The BEST Biscuits Recipe combines simplicity and flavor, using just six wholesome ingredients to create buttery, flaky biscuits that melt in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, or as a snack, these delightful morsels are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Whether you enjoy them plain, with jam, or alongside savory dishes, each bite offers a comforting taste of home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (chilled)
  • 1 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)

Instructions

  1. Chill the unsalted butter for at least 20 minutes before grating.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
  4. Grate the chilled butter into the dry mixture and gently toss until it resembles coarse meal.
  5. Add the milk or buttermilk and stir with a fork until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and pat it into a rectangle about 1½ inches thick. Fold it over several times to create layers.
  7. Cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 13-16 minutes or until golden brown.

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