Poppy Seed Biscuits
Elevate your breakfast or tea-time spread with these tender and flaky Poppy Seed Biscuits, a perfect balance of simplicity and sophistication. Infused with the nutty crunch of poppy seeds, these homemade biscuits are delicately sweetened with a hint of sugar and can be topped with a drizzle of golden honey for added indulgence. The secret lies in using cold, cubed butter and gently working it into the dough, creating irresistibly light layers. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a golden bake in 12, these easy poppy seed biscuits are a family-friendly treat that pairs wonderfully with butter, jams, or your favorite spreads. Whip up a batch today and enjoy warm, buttery perfection straight from the oven!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, poppy seeds, sugar, baking powder, and salt 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 mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overwork the dough; small bits of butter should still be visible.
Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the milk. Gently mix everything together with a fork or rubber spatula until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead it 3-4 times to bring it together. Pat it into a 1-inch thick disk.
Use a 2.5-inch round biscuit cutter to cut out the biscuits. Gently press the scraps together to cut out more biscuits if needed. Place the biscuits onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top.
Optional: While the biscuits are still warm, brush the tops with honey for a touch of sweetness.
Serve warm with butter, jams, or spreads of your choice. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2119 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.8 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.3 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 2623 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.3 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 542 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 706 mg | 15% | |
*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.
