High Protein KFC Style Buttermilk Biscuits
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist—these *High Protein KFC Style Buttermilk Biscuits* are the perfect fusion of classic Southern flavors and a protein-packed upgrade! Featuring unflavored whey protein isolate seamlessly blended with traditional ingredients like all-purpose flour and buttermilk, these biscuits are as fluffy and buttery as your favorite KFC-inspired treat, but with a nutritional boost. The recipe combines quick prep (just 15 minutes!) with easy techniques like cutting in cold butter for those signature flaky layers. Perfectly golden and brushed with a light egg wash, they bake up in no time for a warm, homemade delight. Whether you enjoy them solo, as a side, or turned into a breakfast sandwich, these high-protein biscuits are a guilt-free indulgence that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whey protein isolate (unflavored)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter
- 1.25 cups buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 large egg white
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whey protein isolate, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk them together to ensure even distribution.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small chunks and add it to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl or measuring cup, combine the buttermilk, egg, and honey. Whisk until well blended.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the buttermilk mixture. Using a spatula, gently mix the ingredients until a dough begins to form. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together. Pat the dough into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
Using a floured biscuit cutter, cut the dough into circles and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Re-roll the scraps and cut additional biscuits until the dough is used up.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg white and water to create an egg wash. Lightly brush the tops of the biscuits with the egg wash using a pastry brush.
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.
Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 120.2 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.4 g | 357% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 551 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 5242 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.1 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 245.8 g | 492% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 1478 mg | 114% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2109 mg | 45% | |
*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.
