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Sour Cream Biscuits

Warm, flaky biscuits that melt in your mouth with a hint of tanginess from sour cream.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Course: Breakfast, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling pin
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or fork

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry mixture and mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  5. In another bowl, mix together the sour cream and milk until smooth.
  6. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  7. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, gently knead it a few times, and roll it out to about 1 inch thick.
  8. Cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter.
  9. Place the cut biscuits on the prepared baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown on top.

Notes

Serve warm with butter, jam, or as a side with meals.