Easy Homemade Biscuits with All Purpose Flour

Biting into a warm biscuit right out of the oven is truly comforting. I remember our first time making them with all-purpose flour. Our kitchen was full of laughter and the smell of baking. We were excited as we watched the timer, knowing delicious biscuits would soon be ready¹

Making biscuits at home is easy and brings joy. With this recipe, we only use wholesome ingredients, no preservatives. Ready to make mouthwatering biscuits at home? Follow these simple steps for the best homemade biscuits that are way better than store-bought ones. Trust me, you won’t want to go back.

Introduction to Homemade Biscuits

Making biscuits at home is really rewarding. It’s a simple task that proves baking isn’t too hard at all. Southern biscuits stand out for their soft, flaky texture and deep flavor. This is thanks to real butter used in the mix. In many homes, these biscuits are a must-have, baked weekly by lovers of southern cooking².

Our biscuit recipe is easy, needing things like flour, baking powder, soda, and salt². The key to the best biscuits is cold butter and buttermilk. They make the biscuits flaky². Even if you’re new to baking, you can make six yummy biscuits without too much work².

Baking biscuits yourself is also healthier. Our recipe gets them ready in 15 to 18 minutes². They’re baked at 450°F at first, which makes them rise and stay tender inside. This shows the great side of baking at home².

Copy Cat Recipe Book customers love how simple and fun these recipes are. They’re popular with both beginners and skilled bakers. These biscuits are more than tasty; they’re part of a cherished cooking tradition. Make your own biscuits to experience the pleasure of baking from scratch².

Ingredients You’ll Need

For our easy biscuit recipe, you’ll need just a few things from your kitchen. First off, all-purpose flour is essential. It makes your biscuits tender and flaky³. Here’s everything you’ll need to whip up some homemade biscuits:

6 cups of all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons of baking powder, which makes the biscuits rise⁴
2 teaspoons of salt to bring out the flavor⁴
3/4 cup of unsalted butter or shortening. Use cold butter for flaky layers⁵
3 cups of milk, 2% or whole milk is best for moisture and richness⁵
1 tablespoon of granulated sugar for flavor and a golden color³

Using good ingredients is key to making great biscuits. We suggest unsalted European-style butter for a better taste and texture. All-purpose flour biscuits are easy and delicious for any day. You probably have all the ingredients in your pantry, making this recipe convenient and simple.

How to Make Easy Homemade Biscuits

Getting the perfect biscuit recipe right can make any meal better. Our method promises fluffy, flaky biscuits every time. Let’s dive into how to bake biscuits your taste buds will love.

Preparing the Ingredients

First, grab your ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, butter, and milk. Cold butter is key for flaky biscuits—we suggest keeping it in the fridge until you start. This recipe makes biscuit-making simple for anyone. You might also try buttermilk or make homemade self-rising flour with regular flour, baking powder, and salt⁶.

Mixing the Dough

Mix 2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt in a big bowl⁷. Then, blend the cold butter in until you get coarse crumbs. Gently stir in 1 cup of milk, but don’t overdo it—this keeps the biscuits tender⁷. For dough that’s easier to shape, be gentle and don’t overmix it⁶.

Forming the Biscuits

Heat your oven to 450°F while you shape the dough into a disc. Use a biscuit cutter to make 2-½ to 3-inch biscuits. Press straight down to cut them for the best rise⁷. Lay the biscuits on a baking sheet, spaced a little apart. You’ll get about 7-9 biscuits ready to eat or share in about 30 minutes⁷.

For an even simpler method, try the three-ingredient recipe that’s been loved for over 40 years. It uses just self-rising flour, cold butter, and milk. This way, you can enjoy fresh, flaky biscuits in roughly 15 minutes⁶.

Tips for Perfect Homemade Biscuits

Making perfect biscuits at home means focusing on key steps. Here are some top tips to make sure your biscuits are always flaky and tasty.

Keep Ingredients Cold

Keeping everything cold is super important for flaky biscuits. Make sure the butter stays cold to get that perfect texture. You can grate frozen butter or chop it up to keep it chilly⁸. This stops the dough from getting warm and making your biscuits too heavy.

Avoid Overworking the Dough

Handling the dough just right is crucial for soft biscuits. Too much mixing makes them hard instead of fluffy perfect biscuits⁹. Just mix until everything’s blended for the best texture. Dust the area and biscuit cutter with flour to make the dough easier to work with⁸.

Proper Biscuit Cutting Technique

How you cut the dough affects your biscuits. Flatten the dough to about 3/4 to 1 inch for high, flaky biscuits. Use a sharp, floured cutter and press down without twisting, so they rise well⁸. Bake them at 400°F (200°C) for around 20 minutes for great results¹⁰.

By following these tips for homemade biscuits, you’ll make treats as delightful as Grandma’s⁹. Happy baking!

Serving Suggestions

There are so many ways to enjoy homemade biscuits, making every meal a treat. You can have buttery biscuits with rich gravy for a warm breakfast or dinner. Or, make a tasty breakfast sandwich with eggs, bacon, or ham, and melted cheese on a biscuit. This mix of warm biscuit and savory toppings is hard to resist.

For something sweet, pair biscuits with fresh fruits and whipped cream. Or try a biscuit with jam, honey, or apple butter for a quick snack. Enhance your biscuits by using top-notch ingredients like Redmond Real Salt and Kerrygold butter.

Biscuits make a great base for chicken pot pie, adding a flaky crust. They’re also perfect for dunking into hearty soups or stews at dinner parties. Our quick biscuit recipe, baking in just 15 minutes at 425 degrees, lets you add a homemade touch to your meals easily¹¹.

With homemade biscuits, the possibilities in your kitchen are endless. They fit well with both classic and new recipes, pleasing everyone. Get creative with how you serve them. Your imagination is the only limit to enjoying these delights.

Nutrition Information

Knowing what’s in your nutrition of biscuits helps you eat better. Making biscuits at home is great because they’re tasty and don’t have bad stuff in them. Our recipe makes about 7 to 8 biscuits. It needs 2 cups (260g) of flour, 5 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda¹². It also includes 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 6 tablespoons (85g) of cold butter¹². Plus, you’ll need 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (207ml) of milk or buttermilk¹².

A single biscuit has around 211 calories¹². It comes with about 9g of total fat, which includes 5.5g of saturated fat, and it has roughly 23.4mg of cholesterol¹². You’re looking at about 279.4mg of sodium per biscuit¹². Each one has about 29.6g of carbs, with 1g of fiber¹². They have nearly 2.9g of sugars and about 4.2g of protein each¹².

Looking at bigger biscuits that make 6 servings gives us more info. These larger biscuits have about 258 calories each². They hold 12.2g of fat, with 7.5g of it being saturated fat². You’ll get about 31.8g of carbs, which includes 1.1g of fiber, per biscuit². They contain 1.6g of sugars and 5.2g of protein each². Plus, these have a bit less sodium, about 230.0mg each².

Making biscuits at home is not just fun but also healthier. We’ve talked about what goes into both regular and larger biscuits. They taste great and are better for you than store-bought ones.

Nutritional Component	Standard Biscuit (7-8 servings)	Large Biscuit (6 servings)
Calories	211	258
Total Fat	9g	12.2g
Saturated Fat	5.5g	7.5g
Cholesterol	23.4mg	–
Sodium	279.4mg	230.0mg
Carbohydrates	29.6g	31.8g
Dietary Fiber	1g	1.1g
Sugars	2.9g	1.6g
Protein	4.2g	5.2g

Conclusion

Making biscuits at home is a joy and comes with many benefits. You might like the simple recipes or the joy of baking yourself. Either way, there’s something special about a homemade biscuit.

Biscuits are best when you use all-purpose flour with a protein content of 9% to 12%. This makes them light and fluffy. But, bread flour can make them even taller and just as tasty¹³. White Lily self-rising flour makes biscuits fluffier and lighter, our testing showedRead more¹³.

Precise measurements and certain techniques are key for good homemade biscuits¹⁴. These include not overworking the dough and using cold butter and buttermilk. Plus, homemade biscuits are healthier than store-bought ones, without trans fats or too much salt¹⁵. This biscuit recipe is easy and uses common kitchen ingredients.

We encourage you to try different flours and make these simple biscuits often. The taste of a warm, homemade biscuit is unmatched. It’s flaky, buttery, and full of flavor. So much better than what you find in stores. Happy baking!

FAQ

Can I use self-rising flour instead of all-purpose flour?

Yes, you can! Self-rising flour already has baking powder and salt. This simplifies the baking process.

What type of butter is best for making biscuits?

Unsalted European-style butter is our top pick. It’s richer in fat, giving you flakier, tastier biscuits.

Why should the ingredients be kept cold?

Cold ingredients lead to a flaky biscuit texture. As it melts, cold butter makes steam pockets. These make your biscuits rise and become tender.

How can I avoid overworking the dough?

Mix the dough until the ingredients just blend. Mixing too much can make the gluten in flour work too hard. This results in tough biscuits.

What is the best way to cut biscuits?

Use a sharp biscuit cutter and push down without twisting. Twisting seals the edges, stopping the biscuits from rising right.

Can I freeze the biscuit dough?

Yes, freezing biscuit dough is an option. First, cut the biscuits and freeze them on a sheet. Then, store them in a container. Bake them from frozen, just add a few extra baking minutes.

What are some creative ways to serve homemade biscuits?

Biscuits can be versatile. Try them with butter and jam, breakfast sandwiches, or with dishes like biscuits and gravy.

Are homemade biscuits healthier than store-bought versions?

Homemade biscuits are healthier. They don’t have preservatives or artificial stuff. You also control the ingredient quality, opting for healthier choices.

What is the nutritional content of homemade biscuits?

It varies with the ingredients, but usually, a biscuit has 150-200 calories. It contains about 10 grams of fat, 15-20 grams of carbs, and 2-3 grams of protein.