In the realm of baking, biscuits reign supreme as comforting and versatile culinary delights. These golden-brown gems, with their flaky layers and irresistible aroma, have captivated taste buds for generations. Whether you prefer them as a hearty breakfast companion, an afternoon snack, or a delightful addition to your dinner spread, biscuits have a special place in the hearts of food enthusiasts. This article presents a collection of delectable biscuit recipes, each tailored to serve two, making them perfect for intimate gatherings or small households. From classic Southern biscuits to herb-infused variations and even a gluten-free option, these recipes cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary tastes. Embark on a delightful baking journey as we unveil the secrets to creating tender, fluffy biscuits that will elevate your everyday meals and special occasions alike.
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BAKING POWDER BISCUITS FOR TWO
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 400 F and grease a baking sheet .
- Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium-size bowl.
- Work in the butter and shortening with a fork.
- Slowly mix in the milk until a soft dough is formed. Mix the dough by hand with a large wooden or plastic spoon. The dough is too stiff for most electric mixers and it's likely that you'll burn out the motor. Also, your biscuits should not be mixed until the dough is perfectly smooth. A few lumps are actually a good thing in this type of dough, so don't stress about getting it perfect.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured board.
- Pat the dough down until it is about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut the dough into four to five equal-sized biscuits and place them on the greased pan.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1191 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 4 to 5 biscuits (2 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
TENDER HOMEMADE SOUR CREAM BISCUITS (NO-FAIL RECIPE)
I've tried biscuit recipes for most of my life. Some work, some don't. Some are ok, but this one is GOOD. And it's an easy NO-FAIL recipe. I haven't even tried another one in years. I've been making these for a very long time now, and cannot remember where it came from. :/ But if you love homemade biscuits and have never had very...
Provided by Kelly Williams
Categories Other Breakfast
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. In medium-sized bowl, whisk first 4 ingredients til well mixed.
- 2. Add sour cream in spoonfuls on top, add oil and mix til all is just moistened with a spoon. Switch to using your hands turning the dough to get all the last of the dry stuff on the bottom of the bowl. Knead 8 times on floured surface.
- 3. Roll thick to only about an 8" circle. Just a few passes with your (floured) rolling pin. Cut out 6 biscuits with a biscuit cutter or a floured glass. Get 2 more out of the last of the dough. (Bunch it back together, knead it just a bit, pat or roll it and cut.) Pitch any last little tidbit if any left. I place mine on my old round metal pizza pan covered with foil and sprayed with butter-flavored Pam. But a cookie sheet will work just fine.
- 4. Place little pats of butter on top, or spread it a little if the butter is VERY soft and doesn't deflate the biscuits while doing so. Bake in hot, preheated 425 oven for 12-15 minutes (ovens vary) or til golden brown on top. Remove from oven and butter tops again with other half of butter. Serve warm with more butter and homemade jam or honey. Makes 8 tall sour cream biscuits.
BISCUITS FOR TWO
"A friend shared this recipe with me," writes Sylvia McCoy from Lees Summit, Missouri. "I think the biscuits taste wonderful warm from the oven."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield 4 biscuits.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine dry ingredients. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times. , Pat or roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a floured 2-1/2-in. biscuit cutter. , Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 calories, Fat 27g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 1121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
TENDER BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
Our recipe for Tender Buttermilk Biscuits is so easy, there's no need to use packaged biscuits again. All you need is Country Crock®, buttermilk, a few other ingredients, and 20 minutes for warm, comforting, homemade biscuits.
Provided by Country Crock®
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Country Crock®
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a large bowl. Cut in Country Crock® Spread with pastry blender or two knives, until mixture is the size of coarse crumbs. Gradually drizzle in buttermilk, then stir until just moistened. Gently press into an 8-inch round on lightly floured board.
- Cut out 6 biscuits using a 3-inch biscuit cutter. Arrange biscuits on ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 1.2 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 482.4 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
THE MOST FLUFFY AND BUTTERY BISCUITS EVER
These biscuits rival any restaurant or fast food joint. They're so tender, fluffy, and buttery. They're the best biscuits I've ever made at home!
Provided by Julie Chiou
Categories Breakfast/Brunch
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Add the butter and using a pastry blender, cut the butter into the flour until pea-like crumbs form.
- Stir in the beaten eggs with a wooden spoon until just combined. Then pour in the buttermilk until the dough comes together into a sticky mass. You may need more buttermilk if it's still too dry and there is flour still at the bottom of your bowl. I ended up having to add in 1/2 cup more. DO NOT add 1/2 cup more all at the same time. Do 1 tablespoon at a time until the right consistency is reached.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- When ready, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dust a little flour onto your work surface then put the dough onto the work surface and use your hands (flour them) to press into a round, roughly 14 inch diameter and 1/2 inch thick. See photos in the blog post.
- Use a floured 2 3/4-inch round biscuit cutter to cut out about 20 biscuits. Reform the scraps of dough into a circle again to cut more.
- Transfer biscuits to prepared baking sheet and arrange them so they are touching each other. See photos in the blog post.
- In a small dish, beat together remaining egg and buttermilk then brush on top of the biscuits.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before devouring! They're best eaten out of the oven, day of.
- Serve with your favorite sausage gravy, jam, or clotted cream.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 biscuit, Calories 236 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g
TENDER BUTTERMILK BISCUITS
These flaky biscuits benefit from, but do not require, butter and spicy-sweet pepper jelly.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes Bread Recipes
Yield Makes 8 to 10 biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender (or rub in with your fingers) until pea-size crumbs form. Cut in yolk. Stir in buttermilk until just combined.
- Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead twice. Pat dough to a 1-inch thickness. Using a 2 1/4-inch round cutter, cut out biscuits, and transfer to a nonstick baking sheet. Repat dough scraps, and repeat once.
- Lightly brush biscuit tops with buttermilk. Bake until tops are golden brown, 20 to 22 minutes. Serve hot with butter and pepper jelly on the side.
FLAKY TENDER BISCUITS
These biscuits are light, flaky and tender. So good with breakfast or serve them with strawberries and cream. Only mix the dough until it comes together. I cannot stress enough that this dough should not be overworked and that a light hand is needed. If you end up with a hard and doughy biscuit, you will know to mix the dough less the next time. The credit goes to Joyofbaking.com
Provided by YungB
Categories Breads
Time 30m
Yield 12 biscuits, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) and place rack in center of oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift or whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar. Cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs (use pastry blender, two knives, or fingertips). Add the milk and slightly beaten egg and stir until just combined. (The texture should be sticky, moist and lumpy.).
- Place mixture on a lightly floured surface and knead the dough gently until it comes together and is a smooth dough.
- Roll out dough to 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thickness. Cut out biscuits with a lightly floured round cookie cutter. Place on prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the beaten egg and milk mixture and bake for about 10 - 15 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center of the biscuit comes out clean. Remove from oven and place on a wire rack. Serve warm with butter.
- Makes about 12 3-inch (7.5 cm) biscuits.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.2, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 115.4, Sodium 338, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 8.6
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before starting, measure and prepare all ingredients to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Proper Mixing: Use a pastry blender or fork to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Overmixing can result in tough biscuits.
- Chilling the Dough: Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and cutting to achieve flaky layers.
- Rolling and Cutting: Roll the dough to a thickness of 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) and cut into desired shapes using a biscuit cutter or sharp knife.
- Baking Temperature: Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure the biscuits rise quickly and develop golden-brown tops.
- Baking Time: Bake the biscuits for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Glazing (Optional): For a shiny glaze, brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter or milk before baking.
Conclusion:
These tender biscuits are the perfect addition to any meal, whether it's breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With their flaky layers, golden-brown crust, and soft, fluffy interiors, they are sure to be a hit. The recipe is easy to follow and yields delicious results. Try experimenting with different flavors by adding herbs, cheese, or even fruit to the dough for a unique twist. Enjoy these homemade biscuits with your loved ones and savor the taste of freshly baked perfection.
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