Wholesome Oatmeal Biscuits
Delightfully wholesome, these oatmeal biscuits offer a perfect balance of slightly sweet and savory flavors, making them a versatile addition to any meal. With a beautifully crisp exterior and a tender, cake-like interior, they provide a satisfying bite that pairs exceptionally well with rich sausage gravy, savory hamburger gravy, or a warm stew. Unlike traditional flaky biscuits, these biscuits are meant to be sliced open or topped generously with butter or spreads, allowing for a delightful experience in every bite. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or reheat any leftovers for a quick and hearty treat.
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (measured)
Baking powder
2 1/2 teaspoons (measured)
Salt
3/4 teaspoon (measured)
Granulated sugar
4 tablespoons (measured)
Shortening
6 tablespoons (cut into small pieces)
Rolled oats
1 cup (measured)
Milk
2/3 cup (measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk together until well blended.
3
Add the shortening to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
Stir in the rolled oats until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
5
Gradually add the milk, stirring just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix to maintain a tender biscuit texture.
6
On a lightly floured surface, pat the dough out to about 1 inch thick. Use a biscuit cutter or a knife to cut into desired shapes.
7
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
9
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm and enjoy with butter, spreads, or your favorite gravy.
10
For leftovers, freeze any extra biscuits in a heavy plastic bag. To reheat, thaw and warm in the oven.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Wholesome Oatmeal Biscuits?
They are wholesome biscuits offering a perfect balance of slightly sweet and savory flavors with a crisp exterior and tender, cake-like interior.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
What dry ingredients are whisked together first?
Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
How do I incorporate the shortening?
Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
When should I add the rolled oats?
Stir in the rolled oats after cutting in the shortening until they are evenly distributed.
How much milk is required for the dough?
The recipe calls for 2/3 cup of milk.
What is the key to maintaining a tender biscuit texture?
Gradually add the milk and stir just until the dough comes together; do not overmix.
How thick should I pat the dough?
Pat the dough out to approximately 1 inch thick on a lightly floured surface.
What tools can I use to cut the biscuit shapes?
You can use a standard biscuit cutter or a knife to cut the dough into your desired shapes.
How long do the biscuits need to bake?
Bake them in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes.
How do I know when the biscuits are ready?
The biscuits are done when they are golden brown on top.
What is the suggested way to cool the biscuits?
Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack.
What savory foods go well with these biscuits?
They pair exceptionally well with sausage gravy, hamburger gravy, or warm stews.
Can these biscuits be served with sweet toppings?
Yes, they are delightful when topped with butter or sweet spreads.
Are these biscuits meant to be flaky?
Unlike traditional flaky biscuits, these have a more cake-like interior and are meant to be sliced open or topped generously.
Can I freeze leftover oatmeal biscuits?
Yes, you can freeze any extra biscuits in a heavy plastic bag.
How do I reheat frozen biscuits?
To reheat, first thaw the biscuits and then warm them in the oven.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, shortening, oats, and milk.
What type of oats should be used?
This recipe specifically uses rolled oats.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 4 tablespoons of granulated sugar.
What kind of flour is used?
1 1/2 cups of measured all-purpose flour.
How much baking powder is needed?
The recipe requires 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
Is there salt in this recipe?
Yes, 3/4 teaspoon of salt is included.
How should the shortening be prepared?
The shortening should be cut into small pieces before being added to the flour.
Is this recipe considered quick to make?
Yes, it is tagged as a 'quick and easy' and 'homemade' recipe.
What is the texture of the exterior?
The biscuits have a beautifully crisp exterior.
Is this recipe suitable for breakfast?
Yes, it is categorized under breakfast and comfort food tags.
Should the biscuits be placed together or apart on the pan?
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet spacing them apart.
What flavor profile do these biscuits have?
They offer a versatile flavor profile that is both slightly sweet and savory.