Kfc Biscuits Copycat
Recreate the buttery, flaky perfection of everyone's favorite fast-food biscuit with this irresistible KFC Biscuits Copycat recipe! With just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and cold unsalted butter, these biscuits come together in under 30 minutes, making them perfect for breakfasts, dinners, or anytime snacking. The key to their signature layers and tender texture lies in gently folding the dough and ensuring the butter stays cold for that classic flakiness. These golden-brown beauties bake up soft and pillowy, ready to be served warm with a slather of butter, a drizzle of honey, or both. Whether you're hosting a family meal or simply indulging in a nostalgic treat, these homemade KFC-style biscuits are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (cold)
- 0.75 cup Buttermilk (cold)
- 2 tablespoons Milk (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add them to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the butter.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold buttermilk. Gently stir with a fork or spatula until the dough comes together. Do not overmix; the dough should be slightly sticky.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a rectangle about 1 inch thick. Fold the dough over itself into thirds, then turn it 90 degrees and repeat the folding process. This helps create flaky layers.
Pat the dough out again to about 3/4-inch thickness. Use a 2.5-inch round biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits, pressing straight down without twisting. Re-roll scraps only once to avoid overworking.
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are touching for a higher rise. If smoother tops are desired, brush the biscuits lightly with milk.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
Serve warm with butter, honey, or your favorite topping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.7 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.5 g | 228% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 196 mg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 2746 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.5 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 32.5 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 593 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.
