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Easy Biscuit Recipe With All Purpose Flour

These fluffy and flaky biscuits are a quick and easy addition to any meal, perfect for beginners and adaptable with various flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup milk or buttermilk for extra tang

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling pin (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture and cut it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in the milk and stir until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times to bring it together.
  6. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  7. Use a biscuit cutter or a glass to cut out rounds of dough.
  8. Place the cut biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown on top.
  10. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving warm.

Notes

These biscuits are perfect for breakfast with jam or as a side with dinner.