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Easiest Biscuit Recipe

Warm, flaky biscuits that are perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling pin
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
  2. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. Pour in the milk and gently stir until just combined.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently 3 to 4 times.
  7. Pat the dough to about 1-inch thickness and cut out rounds using a biscuit cutter.
  8. Place the cut biscuits on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

For extra flaky biscuits, chill the cut biscuits in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking.