Flaky Breakfast Biscuits
Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with these irresistibly Flaky Breakfast Biscuits! Crafted with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and a splash of whole milk, these biscuits boast buttery layers and a melt-in-your-mouth texture thanks to a unique folding technique that locks in airiness. Perfectly golden from a brushed egg finish, they bake up in just 15 minutes, making them ideal for busy mornings or weekend brunches. Pair them with your favorite spreads, honey, or savory toppings for a versatile dish that’s sure to impress. Whether served fresh from the oven or reheated, these classic homemade biscuits are the ultimate way to start your day. Keywords: Flaky Breakfast Biscuits recipe, easy homemade biscuits, buttery breakfast biscuits, quick baking recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
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 flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Add the cold, diced butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually stir in the milk until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix, as you want the dough to be slightly sticky but workable.
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead it a few times, just until it holds together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1 inch thick.
Fold the dough in thirds, like a letter, and then roll it out again to 1-inch thickness. Repeat this folding and rolling process two more times to ensure flaky layers.
Finally, roll out the dough to about 1 inch thick and use a round biscuit cutter (about 2-3 inches in diameter) to cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure proper rise.
Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with your desired toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1935 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.2 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.0 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 3867 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.3 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 311 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 626 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.
