Best 4 Grannys Biscuits Recipes

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In the realm of Southern cuisine, biscuits reign supreme, embodying the epitome of comfort food. These delectable morsels, often referred to as "biscuits and gravy," are a staple in many households, evoking memories of family gatherings and warm kitchens. Our collection of Granny's biscuit recipes captures the essence of these beloved treats, offering a range of options to suit every taste and occasion. From the classic Buttermilk Biscuits, with their fluffy interiors and golden-brown exteriors, to the decadent Chocolate Chip Biscuits, bursting with rich chocolatey flavor, our recipes cater to every craving. Whether you prefer savory or sweet, flaky or dense, we have a biscuit recipe that will tantalize your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you yearning for more.

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

GRANDMA'S SOUTHERN BUTTERMILK BISCUITS



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TRIED & TRUE* SOUTHERN, FROM-SCRATCH BUTTERMILK BISCUITS THAT BAKE UP TENDER AND FLUFFY! SO EASY TO MAKE!

Provided by Divas Can Cook

Categories     bread     Side Dish

Time 14m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups White Lily Flour + more for work surface
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter-flavored shortening (cold)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter + more for brushing (cold)
1 cup buttermilk (cold)
1 Tablespoon mayonnaise, milk or heavy whipping cream (cold (for brushing))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 F.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda and sugar.
  • Cut in butter-flavored shortening with a pastry cutter.
  • Grate in butter, tossing occasionally.
  • Stir in buttermilk until dough is wet and sticky.
  • Generously flour a work surface.
  • Turn dough out onto floured surface.
  • Sprinkle a little flour on the dough and your hands and begin to gently knead and fold the dough.
  • Add more flour as needed, but not too much, just enough so that the dough is manageable. Wet dough makes the best biscuits!
  • Fold the dough over several times.(This will create layers.)
  • Pat the dough out into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
  • Dip the biscuit cutter into flour and cut out the biscuits. (do not twist the cutter)
  • Place biscuits on pan, with the sides touching.
  • Brush tops of biscuits with a very light coating of mayonnaise.
  • Bake for 14 minutes or until tops are golden. (For a dark golden color, flip the oven to a low broil for the last 2 minutes. Be sure to keep your eyes on it at all times)
  • Remove from oven and brush with butter.
  • Serve warm.

GRANDMA'S BAKING POWDER BISCUITS



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This is my grandmother's biscuit recipe. It is my all-time favorite and has a really good flavor to it. Be sure not to roll out too thin, you want high biscuits! I usually just pat out the dough to the desired thickness, usually 1/2 inch.

Provided by IMACOOKY1

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Biscuits

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon cream of tartar
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable shortening
1 egg
⅔ cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Sift flour, sugar, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt into a bowl. Use a pastry cutter to chop vegetable shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk egg and milk together in a separate bowl and slowly add milk mixture to flour mixture, stirring as you pour, until dough is moistened and well-mixed. Drop dough by spoonfuls onto an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until biscuits have risen and are golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 16.6 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 271.3 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

GRANDMA'S BISCUITS



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Homemade biscuits add a warm and comforting touch to any meal. My grandmother makes these tender biscuits to go with her seafood chowder. -Melissa Obernesser, Utica, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 10 biscuits.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup shortening
2/3 cup 2% milk
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk; stir just until moistened., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead gently 8-10 times. Pat dough into a 10x4-in. rectangle. Cut rectangle lengthwise in half; cut crosswise to make 10 squares., Place 1 in. apart on an ungreased baking sheet; brush tops with egg. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GRANNY'S BISCUITS



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GRANNY'S BISQUITS. These are the bisquits my granny use to make(God rest her soul) I watched her make these so many times when I was a kid. I have never found a recipe that comes close to these. They are very moist and delicious.

Provided by paula giles

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 24 bisquits, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

4 -6 cups self-rising flour
1 1/2 cups buttermilk (start with about 1 1/2 c)

Steps:

  • Mix flour and buttermilk together until mixture is stiff but not dry.
  • It will be sticky On floured surface turn dough out.
  • Add flour on top of dough and knead until dough is kind of dry but still sticky in the middle.
  • Pat dough out to about 1/2 in thick and cut with cutter.
  • In a cookie pan melt about 1/4 c butter flavored crisco (or reg. Crisco) in a 425 degree oven When melted remove from oven, tilt to cover pan.
  • Then, tilt pan so extra oil runs to one end.
  • Take each bisquit and dredge in the oil so that both sides of bisquits are coated.
  • Place bisquits close together in pan (touching).
  • Now bake at 425 degrees F until the tops are brown.
  • THESE ARE ABSOLUTELY,NO DOUBT ABOUT IT THE BEST, MOST DELICIOUS, MOIST, BISQUITS YOU HAVE EVER TASTED.
  • Hope you love these as much as we do.
  • Let me know how you like these.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, top-quality ingredients are essential for making great biscuits. Make sure your butter is unsalted and cold, your buttermilk is fresh, and your flour is all-purpose and unbleached.
  • Follow the recipe carefully: Biscuit recipes can vary slightly, so it's important to follow the specific instructions in the recipe you're using. Pay attention to the measurements, the mixing method, and the baking time.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough can result in tough, dense biscuits. Mix the ingredients just until they come together, then stop.
  • Let the dough rest: Letting the dough rest for at least 15 minutes before rolling and cutting it out allows the gluten to relax, resulting in more tender biscuits.
  • Cut the biscuits out evenly: Using a sharp biscuit cutter or a glass dipped in flour, cut the biscuits out straight down, without twisting or turning the cutter. This will help ensure that the biscuits rise evenly.
  • Bake the biscuits at a high temperature: Biscuits should be baked at a high temperature (450°F or higher) so that they rise quickly and develop a golden brown crust.

Conclusion:

With a little practice, anyone can make delicious, fluffy biscuits from scratch. Just remember to use high-quality ingredients, follow the recipe carefully, don't overmix the dough, let the dough rest, cut the biscuits out evenly, and bake the biscuits at a high temperature. With these tips in mind, you'll be able to enjoy warm, homemade biscuits whenever you want.

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