Flaky and Delicious Homemade Biscuit Recipe

This homemade biscuit recipe is perfect for breakfast or as a side to any meal. These flaky, buttery biscuits are made from scratch and will have your family asking for more. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have delicious biscuits in no time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 3/4 cup milk

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture and using a pastry cutter or your hands, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Slowly add the milk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
6. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle and use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
7. Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Serve warm with butter and jam.

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