Mile High Biscuits
Get ready to elevate your biscuit game with this irresistible Mile High Biscuits recipe! These ultra-fluffy, golden-brown beauties are perfectly layered and unbelievably tender, thanks to the combination of cold butter and shortening worked carefully into the dough. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, these homemade biscuits rise to impressive heights, making them a showstopping addition to any breakfast table or dinner spread. Whether you serve them warm with a pat of butter, smothered in gravy, or paired with your favorite jam, these versatile biscuits promise to become a family favorite. Achieve perfect, flaky results every time with simple tips like keeping the ingredients cold and avoiding over-kneading. Your search for the ultimate biscuit recipe ends here!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (cold)
- 2 tablespoons Shortening (cold)
- 1 cup Whole milk (cold)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted, 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 until well combined.
Cut the cold butter and shortening into small cubes and add them to the dry ingredients.
Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter and shortening into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork, as small bits of butter help create flaky layers.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the cold milk. Gently stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough starts to come together.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead it 3-4 times, just until it holds together. Do not over-knead.
Pat or roll the dough out to a thickness of about 1 inch.
Using a 2.5 to 3-inch round biscuit cutter (or a drinking glass), cut out biscuits. Press straight down without twisting, which can seal the edges and prevent rising.
Place the biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart for crisp sides, or close together for soft sides.
Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and immediately brush the tops with melted butter for extra flavor and shine.
Serve warm with your favorite spreads, gravies, or toppings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.4 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.0 g | 350% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 273 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 5171 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.2 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 668 mg | 14% | |
*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.
