These buttery biscuits are incredibly easy to make and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. They’re perfect for a quick snack, a simple breakfast, or a delightful accompaniment to afternoon tea.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, very cold and cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
Instructions:
- Whisk dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cut in butter: Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add milk: Gradually add milk to the flour mixture, stirring with a fork until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Shape dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead for a few turns, about 5-6 times.
- Roll and cut: Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a floured biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
- Place on baking sheet: Arrange the biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the biscuits cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving warm.
Tips:
- For extra flavor, sprinkle the tops of the biscuits with sugar before baking.
- To make drop biscuits, simply drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet.
- These biscuits can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Enjoy!