Brown Sugar Sweet Biscuits
Indulge in the buttery decadence of Brown Sugar Sweet Biscuits, the perfect balance of rich, caramel-like sweetness and fluffy, tender texture. Made with light brown sugar for a subtle molasses flavor, these biscuits get their irresistible flakiness from cold, diced unsalted butter. A hint of vanilla elevates their warm, homemade charm, while an optional sprinkle of turbinado sugar adds a delightful crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes and requiring just a handful of pantry staples, these golden biscuits are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Perfect for breakfast with a smear of butter, an afternoon snack with jam, or even as a dessert base topped with whipped cream and berries, they’re sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons optional: turbinado sugar (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add the cold, diced butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter, two knives, or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, mix the milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add this liquid mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a fork until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it gently 3-4 times to bring it together. Flatten the dough into a disk about 3/4-inch thick.
Using a round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough, reshaping as needed to use it all.
If desired, sprinkle turbinado sugar on top of each biscuit for added sweetness and crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with butter, jam, or honey, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.6 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.1 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2036 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.5 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 100.8 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 619 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
