Easy Homemade Biscuits

why make this recipe

Making homemade biscuits is easier than you think! This recipe gives you fluffy, buttery biscuits that taste incredible and take little time to prepare. Whether served with breakfast, as a side for dinner, or enjoyed with jam, these biscuits are sure to become a favorite in your home.

how to make Easy Homemade Biscuits

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 Tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
• 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 3/4 tsp salt (fine sea salt)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
• 1 cup half and half (minus 2 Tbsp)
• 1/2 Tbsp melted butter (to brush the baked biscuits)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Pour in the half and half, leaving out 2 tablespoons. Stir until the dough forms, but do not overmix.
4. Lightly flour a clean surface and turn the dough out onto it.
5. Gently fold the dough a few times to create layers.
6. Pat the dough down to about 1-inch thick, then use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
7. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
8. Place biscuits on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

how to serve Easy Homemade Biscuits

Serve your warm biscuits right out of the oven with butter, honey, or your favorite jam. They’re also perfect alongside soups, stews, or even as a base for biscuits and gravy.

how to store Easy Homemade Biscuits

If you have leftover biscuits, let them cool completely, then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Just wrap each biscuit tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to three months.

tips to make Easy Homemade Biscuits

• Use cold butter and cold half and half for the best texture.
• Do not overmix the dough; it should be slightly sticky.
• If the dough is too dry, add a little more half and half, one tablespoon at a time.
• For extra flaky biscuits, fold the dough over a few times before cutting.

variation (if any)

You can add cheese, herbs, or spices to the dough for different flavors. Try adding shredded cheddar cheese or chopped chives for a savory twist, or a pinch of cinnamon for a sweet touch.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking.

Can I use something other than half and half?

Yes, you can substitute with whole milk or heavy cream, but half and half gives a nice richness.

What if my biscuits don’t rise?

Make sure your baking powder is fresh and properly measure your ingredients. Overmixing can also cause them not to rise.

Easy Homemade Biscuits

Fluffy and buttery homemade biscuits that are quick to make, perfect for breakfast or as a side dish.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 8 biscuits

Course: Breakfast, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 Tbsp baking powder (aluminum-free)
• 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 0.75 tsp fine sea salt

Wet Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold) Use cold for best texture.
• 1 cup half and half (minus 2 Tbsp) Cold half and half is preferred.
• 0.5 Tbsp melted butter (to brush the baked biscuits)

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Pour in the half and half, leaving out 2 tablespoons. Stir until the dough forms, but do not overmix.
4. Lightly flour a clean surface and turn the dough out onto it.
5. Gently fold the dough a few times to create layers.

Baking

1. Pat the dough down to about 1-inch thick, then use a biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits.
2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
3. Place biscuits on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter.
4. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

If you have leftover biscuits, let them cool completely, then store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to three months.