Flaky Buttery Breakfast Biscuits
These Flaky Buttery Breakfast Biscuits are a delightful way to start your morning. With a glorious buttery aroma and a soft, tender texture, these biscuits are the perfect companion for your breakfast spread. Whether enjoyed plain, smothered in jam, or paired with savory breakfast items like eggs and bacon, these biscuits embody comfort food at its finest. Easy to prepare and quick to bake, they are a great addition to any brunch gathering or a cozy weekend breakfast at home. Give your mornings a touch of indulgence with these irresistible biscuits!
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 cups (sifted)
sugar
1 tablespoon (granulated)
baking powder
1 tablespoon (powdered)
cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon (dry)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (fine)
butter
1/2 cup (cold and cubed)
light cream or milk
3/4 cup (room temperature)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and prepare a baking sheet by leaving it ungreased.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sifted all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt. Stir well to ensure even distribution.
3
Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
4
Create a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the light cream or milk all at once.
5
Using a fork, gently stir the mixture until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
6
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead gently for only 10 to 12 strokes, just until the dough comes together and is nearly smooth.
7
Pat or roll the dough into a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
8
Using a 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter, cut out biscuits from the dough, dipping the cutter into flour between cuts to prevent sticking.
9
Arrange the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are about 1 inch apart.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.
11
Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and serve warm, either plain or with your favorite spreads.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Flaky Buttery Breakfast Biscuits?
These are soft, tender breakfast breads known for their buttery aroma and flaky texture, perfect for pairings with jam or savory items.
How many servings does this biscuit recipe make?
This recipe yields 12 biscuits.
What is the required oven temperature for baking?
The oven should be preheated to 450 degrees Fahrenheit (230 degrees Celsius).
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
No, the baking sheet should be left ungreased for this recipe.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
You should use 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much sugar is required for these biscuits?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar.
What is the purpose of cream of tartar in this recipe?
Cream of tartar is used as a leavening agent to help the biscuits rise and achieve a specific texture.
Should the butter be cold or at room temperature?
The butter must be cold and cubed before being added to the flour mixture.
How much butter is needed?
You will need 1/2 cup of cold, cubed butter.
What liquid is used to bind the dough?
You can use 3/4 cup of either light cream or milk.
How should I mix the butter into the flour?
Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
What should the butter look like after mixing?
The mixture should have some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining for maximum flakiness.
How should the liquid be added to the dry ingredients?
Create a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour the liquid in all at once.
What tool should be used to stir the dough?
A fork should be used to gently stir the mixture until it is just combined.
What is the risk of overmixing the biscuit dough?
Overmixing can make the dough tough rather than soft and flaky.
How many times should the dough be kneaded?
Gently knead the dough for only 10 to 12 strokes until it is nearly smooth.
How thick should the dough be before cutting?
Pat or roll the dough into a thickness of approximately 1/2 inch.
What size biscuit cutter is recommended?
A 2 1/2-inch biscuit cutter is ideal for this recipe.
How do I prevent the biscuit cutter from sticking to the dough?
Dip the biscuit cutter into flour between each cut.
How far apart should the biscuits be placed on the pan?
Arrange the biscuits about 1 inch apart on the baking sheet.
How long do the biscuits need to bake?
Bake the biscuits for 10 to 12 minutes.
How do I tell when the biscuits are finished baking?
The biscuits are done when the tops have turned a golden brown color.
Should the biscuits be served hot or cold?
They are best served warm, either plain or with your favorite spreads.
What are some recommended toppings for these biscuits?
They are delicious with jam, honey, or butter.
Can these biscuits be paired with savory foods?
Yes, they pair perfectly with savory items like eggs and bacon.
What category of food does this recipe belong to?
This recipe is categorized under Breads.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is considered an easy and quick recipe, great for beginners.
How many total ingredients are required?
The recipe uses 7 ingredients in total.
What is the preparation for the all-purpose flour?
The flour should be sifted before measuring and mixing.
When is the best time to serve these biscuits?
They are ideal for a cozy weekend breakfast or a brunch gathering.