Best 5 Cat Head Biscuits Recipes

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In the realm of Southern cuisine, Cat Head Biscuits stand tall as a testament to the region's rich culinary heritage. These colossal biscuits, named for their resemblance to a cat's head, are characterized by their towering height, fluffy interiors, and golden-brown exteriors. This article presents a comprehensive guide to crafting these delectable biscuits, featuring three distinct recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels.

For those seeking a classic Cat Head Biscuit experience, the Traditional Recipe offers a straightforward approach using pantry staples like flour, butter, buttermilk, and baking powder. Step-by-step instructions ensure success, resulting in light and airy biscuits that are perfect for slathering with butter, honey, or your favorite jam.

For those with a penchant for culinary adventures, the Sourdough Cat Head Biscuit Recipe introduces a tangy twist to the classic. This recipe incorporates sourdough starter, adding a subtle sour flavor and a chewy texture to the biscuits. Detailed instructions guide you through the process of creating a sourdough starter, ensuring a successful baking experience.

Last but not least, the Gluten-Free Cat Head Biscuit Recipe caters to those with gluten sensitivities or allergies. Using a blend of gluten-free flours, this recipe creates biscuits that are just as fluffy and flavorful as their traditional counterparts. With careful attention to detail and precise measurements, this recipe ensures a delightful gluten-free treat that everyone can enjoy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CAT HEAD BISCUITS WITH SAWMILL GRAVY



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These biscuits are so named because they are the size of a cat's head. This biscuits with sausage gravy recipe is from the Deen Brother's Y'all Come Eat cookbook.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

nonstick cooking spray
3 cups self-rising flour, plus additional for dusting
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened
1 lb bulk breakfast sausage
4 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray; set aside.
  • For the biscuits, in a medium bowl, gently stir together the 3 cups flour, the buttermilk, and butter until the dough just comes together. On a floured surface, pat the dough into a 1 1/2-inch-thick round. cut the dough into six 4-inch circles; transfer to the baking sheet. Bake about 25 mintues or until golden brown.
  • For the gravy, in a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until brown, breaking meat up with a fork as it cooks. Using a slotted spoon, transfer sausage to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from the skillet.
  • Heat the remaining fat over medium heat and whisk in the 4 1/2 tablespoons flour; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk; increase heat to medium-high and simmer about 3 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the sausage, pepper, and salt. To serve, split the biscuits and top with generous spoonfuls of gravy.

BONNIE'S CAT HEAD BISCUITS



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Cat Head Biscuits are usually found in the South. Since I haven't had these in years, I decided to try and make them. I mean, how hard can it be? I soon found out it was a difficult task without the right recipe. The original recipe calls for Lily brand flour. We can't buy it out west, so I had to find a substitute. Then I...

Provided by BonniE !

Categories     Biscuits

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/8 cup cake flour
1 1/8 cup all purpose bleached flour
1 teaspoon double-acting baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon of salt
1 cup buttermilk
4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Following this recipe to the letter is critical for good results. Don't substitute ingredients. Preheat your oven to 450 degrees.
  • 2. Read the recipe through and assemble all ingredients before beginning. Add the dry ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl. Mix well.
  • 3. Measure the cold unsalted butter and cut it into small pieces. Add them to the flour and with your hands or two knives, cut through the flour until it resembles coarse ground cornmeal.
  • 4. Mixing is crucial. If you overdo it, the biscuits will be tough. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in all of the buttermilk. Using a wooden spoon, carefully scrape the spoon down the sides and under the flour mixture and roll to the middle. Go all around the bowl and just a couple of gentle passes through the middle should remove all dry flour. The dough will be sticky and craggy. Press your fingers in the dough gently for 3 gentle kneads.
  • 5. Now form the dough into a round ball, dipping your hands in flour to keep them from being sticky,and shake off the excess flour. When you have formed a ball, pinch it in half to divide it. Now you have two balls.
  • 6. Take each of of the two balls and divide them into 3 pieces Now you have 6 biscuits. Don't do any extra shaping or over handle the dough (this is very important!) Place them in a greased springform pan.
  • 7. Bake the biscuits in the pre-heated oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until they are a golden brown and the toothpick test says they are done.
  • 8. Here is what they look like! Enjoy these Cat Head Biscuits!

CAT HEAD BISCUITS



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From Cook's Country. If you don't want giant biscuits, the dough makes just as good small biscuits. You can also sub White Lily flour for the combo of AP and cake flours.

Provided by kitchenslave03

Categories     Breads

Time 40m

Yield 6-12 6 large or 12 small, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups cake flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut in 1/2-inch pieces and softened
4 tablespoons shortening, cut in 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/4 cups buttermilk

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 425 degrees. Grease 9" cake pan. Combine flours, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in large bowl. Rub butter and shortening into flour mixture until it resembles coarse meal (I use a pastry blender). Stir in buttermilk JUST until combined.
  • Use greased 1/2 c measuring cup or large spring loaded ice cream scoop to transfer 6 heaping portions of dough into prepared pan, placing 5 around the perimeter and one in the center.
  • Bake until puffed and golden brown, 20-25 minute Cool in pan 10 min then transfer to wire rack. Serve.

CAT HEAD BISCUITS FROM COOK'S COUNTRY RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by Foodiewife

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2cups1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2cups1 1/2 cups cake flour
1tablespoon1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2teaspoon1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1teaspoon1 teaspoon salt
8tablespoons8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and softened
4tablespoons4 tablespoons vegetable shortening, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/4cups1 1/4 cups buttermilk*

Steps:

  • Mix dough: Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 425°F. Grease 9-inch cake pan. Combine flours, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in large bowl. Rub butter and shortening into flour mixture until mixture resembles coarse meal. Stir in buttermilk until combined. Portion biscuits: Following the instructions at left, use greased 1/2-cup measure or large spring-loaded ice cream scoop to transfer 6 heaping portions of dough into prepared pan, placing 5 around pan's perimeter and 1 in center. Bake biscuits: Bake until puffed and golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Serve. (Biscuits can be stored in airtight container at room temperature for 2 days.)

CAT HEAD BISCUITS



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Categories     Bread     Breakfast     Bake

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 cups self rising
1/4 cup oil
1 1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup melted butter
pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees. In mixing bowl add flour then milk. Pour oil over milk. Take a tablespoon and mix until well incorporated, forming a ball. Pour dough onto a flat floured surface using paraffin paper sprinkled with flour. Sprinkle flour lightly over dough. Take hands and press out dough to 1" thickness. Take a large biscuit cutter and cut out biscuits. Use excess dough by reforming into a ball and press out again cutting until all dough is used. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake until light brown.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh buttermilk, all-purpose flour, and unsalted butter are essential for making the best cat head biscuits.
  • Make sure the butter is very cold. This will help to create flaky layers in the biscuits.
  • Don't overwork the dough. Overworking the dough will make the biscuits tough.
  • Use a biscuit cutter to cut out the biscuits. This will help to ensure that they are all the same size and shape.
  • Bake the biscuits in a hot oven. This will help them to rise quickly and evenly.
  • Serve the biscuits warm with butter, honey, or jam.

Conclusion:

Cat head biscuits are a delicious and easy-to-make Southern classic. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect cat head biscuits every time. So next time you're in the mood for some warm, fluffy biscuits, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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