McDonalds The ButterMilk Biscuits Foodology from foodology.ca
Introduction
McDonald's biscuits are one of the most popular breakfast items at the fast-food chain. They are buttery, flaky, and delicious. If you are a fan of McDonald's biscuits, you might be wondering how to make them at home. Fortunately, the recipe is not that complicated. In this article, we will show you how to make McDonald's biscuits from scratch.
Ingredients
To make McDonald's biscuits, you will need the following ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
3/4 cup cold whole milk
Instructions
Now, let's get into the instructions. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Step 3: Add the cold butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Step 4: Add the cold milk to the bowl and stir until the dough comes together. Step 5: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead it a few times until it is smooth. Step 6: Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thickness. Step 7: Use a biscuit cutter or a round cookie cutter to cut out the biscuits. Step 8: Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Step 9: Bake the biscuits for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top. Step 10: Serve the biscuits warm with butter, jam, or honey.
Nutrition
Now, let's take a look at the nutrition facts of McDonald's biscuits and compare them to our homemade version. McDonald's Biscuit (1 biscuit):
Calories: 430
Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 1040mg
Total Carbohydrates: 49g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 9g
Homemade Biscuit (1 biscuit):
Calories: 270
Total Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 360mg
Total Carbohydrates: 34g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 5g
As you can see, the homemade biscuits are lower in calories, fat, cholesterol, and sodium compared to the McDonald's biscuits. However, they are still a treat and should be enjoyed in moderation.
Tips and Variations
Here are some tips and variations to help you customize your homemade McDonald's biscuits: - For a flakier texture, use cold butter and milk and avoid overworking the dough. - For a sweeter biscuit, add a tablespoon of sugar to the dough. - For a savory biscuit, add shredded cheese, herbs, or spices to the dough. - To make smaller biscuits, use a smaller cutter and reduce the baking time accordingly. - To make bigger biscuits, use a bigger cutter and increase the baking time accordingly.
Conclusion
Making McDonald's biscuits at home is a fun and easy way to enjoy this classic breakfast item. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic baking skills, you can recreate the buttery, flaky goodness of McDonald's biscuits in your own kitchen. Give it a try and impress your family and friends with your homemade McDonald's biscuits!
