**Southern Homemade Simple Biscuits: A Taste of Comfort and Tradition**
In the realm of Southern cuisine, few dishes evoke as much nostalgia and comfort as the classic homemade biscuit. These fluffy, tender, and slightly flaky rounds of dough are a staple at breakfast tables, dinner plates, and potlucks across the region. With their simple ingredients and easy preparation, Southern biscuits are a testament to the enduring charm of traditional cooking. This article presents a collection of time-honored recipes that capture the essence of these beloved biscuits, offering a range of variations to suit every taste preference. From the classic buttermilk biscuit, with its tangy flavor and delicate crumb, to the sweet and buttery honey biscuits, to the savory and cheesy cheddar biscuits, these recipes provide a delightful journey into the heart of Southern baking. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you in creating the perfect Southern biscuits that are sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.
PERFECT HOMEMADE BISCUITS
These easy, homemade biscuits are soft, fluffy, made completely from scratch and can be on your table in about 15 minutes! A weekend staple in our house!
Provided by Trish - Mom On Timeout
Categories Breakfast
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- The secret to excellent biscuits is COLD BUTTER. Really cold. Many times the biscuit dough gets worked so much that the butter softens before the biscuits even go in the oven. Try cutting the butter into small pieces and stick back in the fridge pulling out only when ready to incorporate into the dough.
- Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Use a pastry cutter to cut cold butter into flour mixture. Don't go too crazy here - you want to see small, pea-sized pieces of butter throughout the dough.
- Add in the milk and egg and mix just until the ingredients are combined. The dough will be sticky but don't keep working it. You should be able to see the butter pieces in the dough.
- Turn the dough out onto a generously floured surface. Sprinkle some flour on to the top of dough so it won't stick to your fingers and knead 10-15 times. If the dough is super sticky just sprinkle on some additional flour.
- Pat the dough out to 3/4 - 1 inch thickness and cut with a biscuit cutter or glass. I ended up with nine this time but depending on who is snacking on biscuit dough, I can get up to 12 biscuits.
- Place the biscuits on a lightly greased baking sheet or parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- For extra yumminess, brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter...
Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 214 mg, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MOM'S BAKING POWDER BISCUITS
This is the recipe my mom always made. I like to use the butter flavored shortening, but you can use regular. Amount of biscuits you get depends on how big around you make them and the thickness. My daughter likes me to make smaller ones.
Provided by Jodeen Brown
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Biscuits
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- In a bowl mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the shortening and mix until in little pieces. Add milk a little at a time and mix until it forms a ball.
- Roll out on floured board to 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick. Cut out in desired size and dip in melted shortening. Place biscuits on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes.
- Variation: For shortcakes add 2 tablespoons for sugar to the dough and roll dough out to 1/2 inch thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 0.6 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 126.8 mg, Sugar 0.4 g
MOM'S SOUTHERN HOMEMADE SIMPLE BISCUITS
I grew up loving my mother's homemade biscuits, so I thought I would share the recipe here! They are very simple to make and go great with breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Provided by Momma Zakaria
Categories Breads
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Mix all ingredients well. If dough seems dry, add a little bit extra milk until mixes well.
- Place dough onto lightly greased cookie sheet in biscuit shapes. My mother didn't even shape them; she would just put globs of dough down and they would be irregular shapes.
- Lightly dust flour on the top of the biscuits.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.5, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 4.3, Sodium 610.3, Carbohydrate 36.2, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 5.6
MOM'S BISCUITS
Make and share this Mom's Biscuits recipe from Food.com.
Provided by melfriesen
Categories Breads
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine dry ingredients.
- Cut in shortening.
- add just enough milk to make the mixture moist, you probably won't use the full 1/2 cup.
- Knead lightly until smooth. Don't over do it. If you do, you will have a hard flat biscut instead of one that is light and fluffy.
- Press dough flat to 1/2 inch. Cut into 2 inch circles.
- Place biscuits shoulder to shoulder on ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake at 425 for 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.9, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 4.3, Sodium 869.9, Carbohydrate 49.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.2, Protein 7.5
Tips:
- To achieve a flaky texture, keep the butter cold and work it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Use buttermilk or a buttermilk substitute to add tanginess and richness to the biscuits.
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough biscuits.
- Roll the dough to an even thickness for uniform baking.
- Bake the biscuits in a hot oven to ensure they rise properly and have a golden brown crust.
Conclusion:
Moms Southern Homemade Simple Biscuits are a classic Southern recipe that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With their flaky texture, tangy flavor, and golden brown crust, these biscuits are perfect for any occasion. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Moms Southern Homemade Simple Biscuits are sure to be a hit.
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