Fluffy Tea Biscuits
Discover the ultimate recipe for Fluffy Tea Biscuits, the perfect companion to your favorite cup of tea! These buttery, golden delights are made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and baking powder, ensuring a soft, tender crumb with just the right amount of rise. The secret to their irresistible flakiness? Cold, cubed butter gently worked into the dough and minimal handling to preserve their light, airy texture. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, these biscuits are on your table in under half an hour. Whether served warm with a dollop of jam or a drizzle of honey, they’re a cozy treat that’s easy to whip up for breakfast, afternoon tea, or any occasion. Perfectly tender, easy to make, and absolutely delicious—this is your go-to recipe for homemade biscuits!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cup Whole milk (cold)
- 1 large Egg (optional, for egg wash)
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 until thoroughly combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the butter to maintain a flaky texture.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and gradually pour in the cold milk. Gently stir with a fork until the dough just comes together. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the biscuits tough.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently pat or roll it into a 1-inch-thick rectangle or square. Be sure to handle the dough as little as possible.
Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter or round cookie cutter to cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting to ensure the biscuits rise evenly.
Arrange the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between them. If desired, beat the egg with a tablespoon of water and brush the tops of the biscuits for a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are cooked through.
Remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm with your favorite tea accompaniments, such as butter, jam, or honey.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1967 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.3 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 461 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 2691 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.6 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 584 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.
