TIPS FOR BETTER BISCUITS
This isn't so much a recipe as my technique I learned many years ago. I come from a long line of bad-biscuit makers and I was determined to overcome it. In fact, my Mom was famous for her "Don't Go Near The Water Biscuits." The break came when I tried drop biscuits. That was the last time I ever made them because I learned the secret to consistent quality: moisture control. I then learned that fat plays an important but minor role. You can even make okay biscuits without it, but the outside will be crusty and character is lacking....but the type of fat used is not important. I then switched to oil. It's healthier and much easier. But you can cut in shortening or butter if you wish. Below is a variation on just one recipe. Many will work, just increase the liquid. Wet dough in the mixing bowl (similar to drop biscuits) is the real secret.
Provided by Red_Apple_Guy
Categories Breads
Time 25m
Yield 12 biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F.
- In large bowl, add flour and make a well in the center for mixing.
- Add oil to the well.
- Stir the well as you add buttermilk mixing in more and more flour until all the flour is involved and the dough is sticky, gummy and on the verge of being "too wet". You may need less than 1 cup for this.
- Turn out the dough onto a floured surface and with flour on your hands make into a very soft dough, sprinkling a little extra self-rising flour over it all as needed until no longer sticky.
- Try not to work the dough at all or any more than necessary for it to be consistent throughout.
- Pat out dough to 1/2-inch thickness.
- Cut with floured 2 1/2-inch round cutter. Cut without twisting the biscuit cutter. Place on cookie sheet or greased cast iron skillet.
- Bake at 450°F for 12 to 14 minutes or until golden brown.
- Brush with melted butter.
- Serve warm.
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Ateeq
ateeq76@yahoo.comThank you for sharing this recipe. It's a new family favorite.
Nailuz Yusuf
nailuzy96@yahoo.comI can't wait to make these biscuits again. They're so good, I could eat them every day.
Devon Napier
napier21@aol.comThese biscuits are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, fluffy, and delicious.
Hasnain Fayyaz
f-h@yahoo.comI'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now my go-to biscuit recipe.
STONE GAMERZ
stone@gmail.comThese biscuits are a must-try for any biscuit lover. You won't be disappointed.
Marina Jordan
marinaj27@gmail.comI highly recommend this recipe. It's easy to follow and the biscuits turn out perfectly every time.
Keletso Diale
d@hotmail.comThese biscuits are the best! I've never had biscuits this good before.
Sana Sharifi
sana12@yahoo.comI'm so happy I found this recipe. It's a game-changer for my biscuit-making skills.
Tiffany Porter
porter@hotmail.comThese biscuits are a keeper! I've already shared the recipe with all my friends.
Fafane Ydamé
y.fafane@hotmail.frThank you for sharing this recipe! I'll definitely be making these biscuits again and again.
Alexa Lunner
alexa_l42@gmail.comI can't wait to try this recipe with different flavors. I think they would be great with some herbs or spices.
sheriffo cham
chams69@aol.comThese biscuits are the perfect side dish for any meal. They're also great for breakfast or brunch.
Vivo Y15a
y15a85@aol.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good biscuit recipe for a long time.
Nike Destiny
n77@hotmail.co.ukMy kids loved these biscuits! They said they were the best biscuits they've ever had.
Muhammad Ali Abbas
abbas-m@yahoo.comI was impressed with how quickly these biscuits cooked. I had them in the oven for less than 10 minutes.
Alex Bhatt
balex50@yahoo.comThese biscuits are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I was able to whip them up in no time.
Sandra Gregory
sg11@hotmail.comI added some extra cheese to my biscuits, and they were amazing! I highly recommend trying this recipe if you're a cheese lover.
Sameer Hassan
sameer@hotmail.comI was a little skeptical about using self-rising flour, but it worked perfectly in this recipe. The biscuits turned out perfectly.
Regan Ahmed
a.regan23@hotmail.co.ukI've tried many biscuit recipes, but this one is by far the best. The biscuits are so light and flaky, and they have the perfect golden brown color.
Franklin Samuel
franklinsamuel94@aol.comThese biscuits were a hit with my family! They were so fluffy and delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.