Kansas Gal Biscuits
Flaky, buttery, and irresistibly tender, Kansas Gal Biscuits are the ultimate homestyle comfort food! Perfect for breakfast spreads, hearty dinners, or weekend brunches, this recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of sugar with cold, cubed butter and creamy buttermilk to create biscuits that rise beautifully every time. The secret to their melt-in-your-mouth texture lies in gently working the dough and cutting the biscuits without twisting, ensuring light, fluffy layers in every bite. Whether brushed with melted butter for added richness or served warm with jam, honey, or gravy, these biscuits are a versatile and satisfying treat. Ready in under 30 minutes, Kansas Gal Biscuits are a foolproof recipe for any occasion—rustic, delicious, and guaranteed to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
- 0.75 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar until evenly combined.
Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork—it’s fine if there are small chunks of butter left.
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the buttermilk. Using a wooden spoon or spatula, stir until the dough just comes together. The dough will be slightly sticky.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it 4–5 times to bring it together—do not over-knead or the biscuits can become tough.
Pat the dough into a 1-inch-thick rectangle or circle. Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting to ensure they rise evenly. Gather the scraps and repeat until all the dough is used.
Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart for crisp edges or closer together for softer sides.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and, if desired, brush the tops with melted butter for extra flavor and softness.
Serve warm with butter, jam, or gravy. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 101.8 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.1 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 2731 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 211.0 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*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.
