Easy Tea Biscuits
Fluffy, buttery, and effortlessly delicious, these Easy Tea Biscuits are the perfect addition to any breakfast or afternoon tea spread. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and unsalted butter, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for busy mornings or last-minute entertaining. The secret to their irresistible texture lies in gently blending the butter into the dry ingredients and handling the dough with care, ensuring tender, flaky layers in every bite. Baked to golden perfection in only 12 minutes, these versatile biscuits are delightful when served warm with butter, jam, or honey. Whether you're hosting a tea party or craving a comforting homemade treat, this recipe guarantees the perfect balance of simplicity and flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter, fork, or your fingertips to blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually pour in the milk, stirring gently with a spoon or spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a 1-inch thick rectangle.
Use a round biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out biscuits. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each biscuit.
Gather the leftover dough scraps, gently press them together, and cut out more biscuits until all the dough is used.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. Serve warm with butter, jam, or honey as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1441 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.3 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2020 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.9 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.3 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 555 mg | 12% | |
*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.
