Homemade Basic Biscuit Recipe

Learn how to make delicious homemade basic biscuits with this easy recipe. Perfect for breakfast or as a side dish for soups and stews. These biscuits have a buttery flavor and a flaky, tender texture that will leave you wanting more. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can have warm, freshly baked biscuits on your table in no time. This recipe is suitable for all skill levels and can be easily customized by adding your favorite herbs, cheese, or even bacon.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 3/4 cup milk, cold

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the cold pieces of butter to the bowl and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold milk.
5. Stir the mixture with a fork until a soft dough forms.
6. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
7. Roll out the dough to a 1/2-inch thickness.
8. Using a biscuit cutter or a drinking glass, cut out rounds from the dough and place them onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Gather the scraps of dough, gently press them together, and repeat the process until all the dough is used.
10. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
11. Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.

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