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Fast Biscuit Recipe

A quick and easy recipe for fluffy, buttery biscuits perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

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

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper (optional)
  • Rolling pin (optional)
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Pour in the milk and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a rough rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  6. Using a biscuit cutter, cut out rounds of dough and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the tops are golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Best served warm with butter or jam.