Soft and Fluffy Buttermilk Biscuits The Chunky Chef from www.thechunkychef.com
Introduction
Biscuits are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed with breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Whether you prefer them sweet or savory, biscuits are a staple in many households. However, not everyone has the time or patience to spend hours in the kitchen preparing homemade biscuits. That's why we've come up with the quickest biscuit recipe that can be whipped up in just a few minutes.
Ingredients
To make the quickest biscuits, you'll need the following ingredients: - 2 cups of self-raising flour - 1/2 teaspoon of salt - 1/2 cup of cold butter, cubed - 3/4 cup of milk
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. 3. Add the cubed butter to the flour mixture and use your hands or a pastry cutter to mix until the butter is evenly distributed and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 4. Gradually pour in the milk, stirring with a fork until the mixture comes together to form a dough. 5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently for about 30 seconds. 6. Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2 inch and use a biscuit cutter or a drinking glass to cut out biscuits. 7. Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top. 8. Serve warm with butter, jam, or honey.
Nutrition
This recipe makes about 12 biscuits, and each biscuit contains approximately: - 160 calories - 7g fat - 20g carbohydrates - 3g protein - 1g fiber - 2g sugar
Tips and Variations
- For a sweeter biscuit, add a tablespoon of sugar to the flour mixture. - To make cheesy biscuits, mix in a cup of shredded cheddar cheese before adding the milk. - If you don't have self-raising flour, you can make your own by mixing 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 3 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. - To make the biscuits extra flaky, fold the dough in half and roll it out again before cutting out the biscuits. - Don't overwork the dough or the biscuits will be tough. Knead the dough just enough to bring it together and then stop. - If you don't have a biscuit cutter, you can use a glass or a jar with a wide mouth to cut out the biscuits. - Leftover biscuits can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. To reheat, wrap the biscuits in foil and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
Conclusion
With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you can have homemade biscuits that are warm, flaky, and delicious. This recipe is perfect for busy mornings or when you're craving a quick snack. Try it out and let us know what you think!
