In the realm of breakfast and brunch classics, few dishes hold a more cherished place than the old-fashioned biscuit. These delectable morsels, characterized by their fluffy interiors and golden-brown exteriors, possess a timeless charm that has captivated taste buds for generations. Whether you prefer them slathered with butter and jam, smothered in sausage gravy, or simply enjoyed on their own, biscuits offer a versatile culinary canvas that can be customized to suit any palate.
This article presents a curated collection of the best old-fashioned biscuit recipes, each offering a unique interpretation of this beloved dish. From the classic Southern-style biscuit, with its buttermilk tang and flaky layers, to the savory cheese biscuit, bursting with cheesy goodness, these recipes provide a diverse range of options to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, you'll find a recipe here that yields perfect biscuits every time. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these delightful treats.
OLD-FASHIONED BISCUITS
Fresh-from-the-oven biscuits can be yours in no time. Serve them with the omelet here or a steaming mug of coffee or tea. Either way, you'll love every bite! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 4 biscuits.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, sugar, salt and baking soda. Cut in cream cheese and butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in 1/4 cup buttermilk just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 5-6 times., Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-in. biscuit cutter., Place 2 in. apart on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Brush with remaining buttermilk. Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 355mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
OLD-FASHIONED BISCUITS (FROM MY GREAT RECIPE CARDS)
These are really good - but sometimes in my oven 15 minutes is not quite enough so watch closely to make sure they are not underdone and when adding a couple minutes make sure they don't become overdone.
Provided by Foodie Friend
Categories Breads
Time 15m
Yield 12 Biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar in a bowl.
- Cut in butter using pastry cutter or use 2 knives.
- With fork stir in buttermilk to make a soft dough (I have used an equal amount of buttermilk powder with added water and it works wonderfully in this recipe.
- Turn out onto lightly floured workspace and knead no more than 10 times to form a ball (if you over do it the biscuits can be tough).
- Roll into a 6" x 6" square.
- Place on ungreased baking sheet.
- Cut into 12 portions but do not separate.
- Bake at 400 F for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve with butter, honey, jam, or gravy.
FLAKY OLD FASHIONED BISCUITS
Nothing beats warm flaky old fashioned biscuits straight from the oven. This fool-proof homemade biscuit recipe is easy to make and requires just 6 ingredients.
Provided by Rachel Farnsworth
Categories Side
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- Grate your butter using a cheese grater and stir into the flour mixture OR cut butter into small pieces and use a pastry cutter to cut the fat into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal or sand.
- Gradually pour in the buttermilk or milk, stirring until the dough just comes together.
- Turn the dough out onto a clean countertop and form it into a ball.
- Press the dough flat until it is 1-inch thick. Use a circle biscuit cutter or a drinking glass to cut out your biscuits. Combine leftover scraps and continue re-pressing and cutting until all dough is used.
- Place cut biscuits on an un-greased baking sheet and bake at 425 degrees for about 12-15 minutes, until the tops are nicely browned. Brush the tops with melted butter, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 large biscuit, Calories 310 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 556 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g
OLD-FASHIONED BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
My family gobbles up these biscuits, which are low in fat, cholesterol and sugar. I almost always make these now instead of my old shortening-based recipe. -Wendy Masters, Grand Valley, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 8 biscuits.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar and salt. Combine the buttermilk, oil and sour cream; stir into flour mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. , Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place 2 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic exchanges
CLABBER GIRL OLD-FASHIONED BISCUITS RECIPE - (3.8/5)
Provided by Bug7
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 475°F. In a medium bowl stir together flour, baking powder, and salt. Using a pastry blender, cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pour flour mixture out on a clean surface and make a well by mounting the flour up around the edges, then pour the milk in the middle of the well. Incorporate the flour mixture and milk together until you have created a dough. Roll dough and cut out biscuits. Brush biscuits with butter. Bake in a 475°F oven for 11 to 15 minutes.
OLD FASHIONED BISCUITS
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425*F Prepare baking sheet with liner or non-stick foil and set aside. In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, salt, baking powder & cream of tartar. Mix well. Toss in cubed butter. I like to take my stick of butter (3/4 cup) and cut it length wise, then turn it on it's side and cut it lengthwise again. You'll have 4 long pieces now. Then slice it and crumble butter into flour mixture. Using a pasty blender or forks, mix butter into flour. Don't over due it. You want to still see chunks of butter so don't mix it so well that you don't see them. In a small bowl, combine milk and egg - mix well. Add milk mixture into butter mixture and mix well. Spread additional flour onto a counter. Put biscuit mixture onto flour surface. Sprinkle biscuit dough with flour and roll out until 3/4 - 1 inch thick. You should see chunks of butter still in dough. Using the rim of a glass, cut out biscuits and transfer to a prepared cookie sheet. Bake in oven for 10 - 15 minutes or until golden color. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tips:
- Using cold butter is key to achieving flaky biscuits. Keep the butter chilled until you're ready to use it, and grate it on a cheese grater for even distribution throughout the dough.
- Buttermilk adds a slight tang and richness to biscuits. If you don't have buttermilk on hand, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will result in tough, dense biscuits. Mix the dough just until it comes together, then stop.
- Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/2-inch. If the dough is too thick, the biscuits will be undercooked in the center. If the dough is too thin, the biscuits will be dry and crumbly.
- Bake the biscuits in a hot oven. A hot oven will help the biscuits rise quickly and evenly. Bake the biscuits at 450°F for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
Conclusion:
These old-fashioned biscuits are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of meals. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and they can also be used to make sandwiches, sliders, and other snacks. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these classic biscuits anytime you want.
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