Grandma's Heavenly Buttery Biscuits
These fluffy and indulgent buttery biscuits are a treasured recipe passed down from my grandmother, who made them every Saturday alongside her homemade baked beans. I remember the warmth of the kitchen and the rich smell of buttery goodness that filled the air. To honor her legacy, I've adapted her original lard recipe to use butter or margarine, creating these delightful, high-rising biscuits that are perfect for any meal. Whether enjoyed at breakfast, with a side of soup, or just on their own, these biscuits are sure to become a family favorite in your home too.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
3 cups (measured)
baking powder
4 tablespoons (measured)
cream of tartar
3/4 teaspoon (measured)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (measured)
sugar
1 tablespoon (measured)
butter or margarine
3/4 cup (softened)
egg
1 (beaten)
milk
1 cup (measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, salt, and sugar.
3
Using a knife or pastry cutter, cut in the butter (or margarine) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg until well combined.
5
Pour the milk and egg mixture into the flour mixture. Stir gently until the dough comes together—be careful not to over-mix, as this will make your biscuits tough.
6
If the dough is too sticky, gradually add a little more flour until manageable.
7
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and roll it out to a thickness of 1.5 to 2 inches.
8
Using a round cutter (or an empty can with both ends removed), cut out biscuits and place them onto a prepared cookie sheet.
9
Position the cookie sheet on the very top rack of your preheated oven.
10
Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and have risen beautifully.
11
Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and let them sit for about 5 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Grandma's Heavenly Buttery Biscuits?
These are fluffy and indulgent biscuits based on a treasured family recipe, adapted from an original lard-based recipe to use butter or margarine.
What is the required oven temperature for these biscuits?
The oven should be preheated to 425°F (220°C).
How much all-purpose flour is needed?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
What is the purpose of cream of tartar in this recipe?
Cream of tartar is used to help the biscuits rise and achieve their fluffy texture; the recipe requires 3/4 teaspoon.
How much baking powder should I use?
You need 4 tablespoons of baking powder for this high-rising recipe.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use 3/4 cup of either softened butter or margarine.
How do I incorporate the butter into the flour?
Using a knife or pastry cutter, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe requires 1 beaten egg.
How much milk is used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of milk.
What is the most important tip for mixing the dough?
Stir the wet and dry ingredients gently and be careful not to over-mix, otherwise the biscuits will be tough.
What should I do if the dough is too sticky?
Gradually add a little more flour until the dough becomes manageable.
How thick should I roll the biscuit dough?
The dough should be rolled out to a thickness of 1.5 to 2 inches for high-rising results.
What can I use if I don't have a biscuit cutter?
You can use an empty can with both ends removed to cut out the biscuits.
Where should the biscuits be placed in the oven?
Position the cookie sheet on the very top rack of the preheated oven.
How long do the biscuits need to bake?
Bake them for 12 to 14 minutes until golden brown.
How long should the biscuits rest after baking?
Let them sit for about 5 minutes before serving warm.
Does this recipe contain sugar?
Yes, it includes 1 tablespoon of measured sugar.
How much salt is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What was the fat used in the original version of this recipe?
The original version passed down from Grandma used lard.
Can these biscuits be served with soup?
Yes, they are described as perfect for any meal, including as a side for soup.
Is this recipe considered comfort food?
Yes, comfort food is one of the primary tags for this family recipe.
What type of surface should I use for rolling the dough?
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface to prevent sticking.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 total ingredients: flour, baking powder, cream of tartar, salt, sugar, butter/margarine, egg, and milk.
What should the texture of the butter be before starting?
The butter or margarine should be softened.
Can I make these for breakfast?
Absolutely, they are a great addition to any breakfast.
Are these similar to scones?
Yes, 'scones' is one of the tags used to describe this recipe's style.
How do I prepare the egg?
The egg should be beaten before being whisked with the milk.
Why are these called 'Heavenly' biscuits?
Because of their fluffy, rich, and buttery goodness that fills the kitchen with a wonderful aroma.
What color should the biscuits be when finished?
They should be golden brown.
Is this recipe easy for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as 'easy baking' and is designed to become a family favorite.