**Indulge in the Southern Comfort of Tall and Fluffy Biscuits: A Culinary Journey of Delight**
In the realm of breakfast and brunch, few things can rival the irresistible charm of tall and fluffy biscuits. These golden-brown pillows of joy, with their flaky layers and tender crumb, have been a staple of Southern cuisine for generations. Whether you prefer them slathered in butter and honey, smothered in sausage gravy, or simply enjoyed on their own, biscuits have a way of warming the soul and filling the heart with contentment.
This comprehensive guide to tall and fluffy biscuits takes you on a culinary journey through the world of these delectable treats. From classic recipes passed down through generations to innovative variations that add a modern twist, you'll find a biscuit recipe for every taste and occasion. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on this delightful adventure into the world of tall and fluffy biscuits.
**Classic Tall and Fluffy Biscuits:**
This timeless recipe yields biscuits that are as close to perfection as you can get. With simple ingredients like flour, butter, buttermilk, and baking powder, this recipe is a testament to the fact that sometimes, the simplest things in life are the best.
**Buttermilk Biscuits:**
Buttermilk adds an extra tang and richness to these biscuits, making them a favorite among biscuit aficionados. The secret to their tall and fluffy texture lies in the buttermilk's acidity, which reacts with the baking soda to create a light and airy crumb.
**Sour Cream Biscuits:**
For those who prefer a slightly denser biscuit with a moist and tender crumb, sour cream biscuits are the way to go. The sour cream adds a subtle tang and richness that complements the buttery flavor of the biscuits perfectly.
**Sweet Potato Biscuits:**
These biscuits are a delightful twist on the classic recipe, adding a hint of sweetness and a beautiful golden hue. Mashed sweet potatoes are incorporated into the dough, giving the biscuits a unique flavor and texture that is sure to impress.
**Cheddar Cheese Biscuits:**
For those who love a savory biscuit, cheddar cheese biscuits are the perfect choice. Sharp cheddar cheese is added to the dough, creating pockets of melted cheese that burst with flavor in every bite.
**Chive Biscuits:**
These biscuits are a delightful combination of savory and herbacious flavors. Fresh chives are added to the dough, giving the biscuits a vibrant green color and a delicate oniony flavor.
**Bacon and Chive Biscuits:**
For those who love a hearty and savory biscuit, bacon and chive biscuits are the ultimate indulgence.Crispy bacon and fresh chives are added to the dough, creating a flavor combination that is both irresistible and unforgettable.
TALL AND FLUFFY BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
This is a modified recipe from the "American Test Kitchen" but is very close. If you like a nice tall biscuit and are tired of the Hydrogenated Canned biscuits then this is for you.
Provided by Chef Wahoo
Categories Breads
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- In a food processor process all dry ingredients.
- Add 4 tbs butter cubed and process for 10ea 1 second pulses.
- Place mix in a mixing bowl and stir in Buttermilk.
- Spray a 9" metal cake pan with non-stick spray.
- Spray 1/3 measuring cup with non-stick spray and use it to scoop out biscuit dough from mixing bowl.
- Place the dough in a shallow pan with the 1 cup flour and roll into balls and place into cake pan. do this until you get 8-9 dough balls.
- Brush with 2 TBS melted butter and bake until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.8, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 1121.2, Carbohydrate 51.9, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 8.4
FLUFFY BISCUITS
This is the best biscuit recipe I've ever tried. They always turn out perfectly, and bake up tall, light & fluffy! It's the only biscuit recipe I use now.
Provided by Sue Lally
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In a medium sized bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Cut in the shortening until it resembles course crumbs. Beat the egg with milk, and stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.
- 2. Turn out onto a well floured surface, and knead 20 times. Trust me...just do it! Roll to 3/4 inch thickness; Cut with a 2 1/2 in. biscuit cutter. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 450 degrees F for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
FLUFFY BISCUITS
If you're looking for a flaky basic biscuit, this recipe is the best. These golden brown rolls bake up tall, light and tender. They're good on their own, but taste even better served warm and spread with butter or jam. -Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield about 8 biscuits.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a bowl, whisk together first 4 ingredients. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Whisk together egg and milk. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Dough will be wet. , On a well-floured surface, knead dough gently 8-10 times. Roll to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. , Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 407mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
TALL AND FLUFFY BISCUITS
Steps:
- Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 500°F. Spray 9" round cake pan with cooking spray; set aside. Generously spray inside and outside of 1/4 cup dry measure with cooking spray. For the dough: In food processor, pulse flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and baking soda to combine, about 6-1 second pulses. Scatter butter cubes evenly over dry ingredients; pulse until mixture resembles pebbly, coarse cornmeal, 8-10 1 second pulses. Transfer mixture to medium bowl. Add buttermilk to dry ingredients and stir with rubber spatula until just incorporated (dough will be very wet and slightly lumpy.) To form and bake biscuits: Using 1/4 cup dry measure and working quickly, scoop level amount of dough; drop dough from measuring cup into flour on baking sheet (if dough sticks to cup, use small spoon to pull it free). Repeat with remaining dough, forming 12 evenly sized mounds. Dust tops of each piece of dough with flour from baking sheet. With floured hands, gently pick up piece of dough and coat with flour; gently shape dough into round ball, shake off excess flour, and place in prepared cake pan. Repeat with remaining dough, arranging rounds around perimeter of cake pan and 3 in center. Brush rounds with hot melted butter, taking care not to flatten them. Bake 5 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 450°F.; continue to bake until biscuits are deep golden brown, about 15 minutes longer. Cool in pan 2 minutes, then invert biscuits from pan onto clean kitchen towel; turn biscuits right-side up and break apart. Cool 5 minutes longer and break apart.
J.P.'S BIG DADDY BISCUITS
This recipe will produce the biggest biscuits in the history of the world! Serve these gems with butter, preserves, honey, gravy or they can also be used as dinner rolls...you get the picture. The dough can also be prepared several hours, and up to a day ahead of time. If so, turn dough out onto aluminum foil that has been either floured, lightly buttered or lightly sprayed with cooking spray. Roll up foil until it is sealed, and refrigerate. Don't be surprised if your biscuits rise even higher because the baking powder has had more time to act in the dough. You may have to make a few batches before you get desired results: desired results equals huge mongo biscuits.
Provided by John Pickett
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Biscuits
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Gradually stir in milk until dough pulls away from the side of the bowl.
- Turn out onto a floured surface, and knead 15 to 20 times. Pat or roll dough out to 1 inch thick. Cut biscuits with a large cutter or juice glass dipped in flour. Repeat until all dough is used. Brush off the excess flour, and place biscuits onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 13 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges begin to brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 282 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 3.3 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 648.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
Tips:
- Use cold butter: Cold butter will help create flaky layers in your biscuits. Grate the butter or cut it into small pieces before adding it to the flour.
- Don't overwork the dough: Overworking the dough will make your biscuits tough. Mix the ingredients just until they come together.
- Let the dough rest before baking: Allowing the dough to rest before baking will help the biscuits rise and become fluffy.
- Bake the biscuits in a hot oven: A hot oven will help the biscuits rise quickly and evenly.
- Brush the biscuits with butter before baking: Brushing the biscuits with butter before baking will help them brown and give them a golden crust.
Conclusion:
Tall and fluffy biscuits are a delicious and versatile addition to any meal. They can be served with butter, jam, honey, or gravy. They can also be used to make sandwiches, sliders, or even bread pudding. With a few simple tips, you can easily make tall and fluffy biscuits at home. So next time you're in the mood for a warm and comforting breakfast or snack, give this recipe a try!
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