Easy Drop Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 call-purpose flour
- 1 tbspsugar
optional
- ½ tspkosher salt
- 1 tbspbaking powder
- ½ ccold butter
- 1egg
- ⅝ cbuttermilk
i used low fat buttermilk, whole milk can also be used here
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- 2
Line a quarter sheet baking pan with parchment or grease a 10 inch cast iron skillet with butter and set aside.
- 3
Whisk the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
- 4
Use a pastry cutter to cut cold butter into flour mixture. Don't go too crazy here - you want to see small, pea-sized pieces of butter throughout the dough. (Alternatively, grate the butter and stir into the dry ingredients making sure the better does not clump together.)
- 5
Add in the buttermilk and egg and stir just until the ingredients are combined. The dough will be sticky but don't keep working it. You should be able to see the butter pieces in the dough.
- 6
Scoop out the biscuit dough using a large trigger scoop (ice cream scoop) OR use two spoons to scoop out the dough and place it on the prepared baking sheet or skillet.
- 7
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- 8
Brush the tops of the biscuits with melted butter if desired.
Easy Drop Biscuits
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About this Recipe
Craving those warm, tender biscuits but short on time? Our Easy Drop Biscuits recipe delivers homemade comfort in about 15 minutes, making it the perfect weekend staple in your home too. These aren't just any biscuits; they're your new go-to for effortless deliciousness.
What sets these Easy Drop Biscuits apart is their remarkable simplicity and speed. By embracing the "drop biscuit" method, you skip the fuss of rolling and cutting, yielding wonderfully soft, fluffy biscuits straight from your mixing bowl to the oven. It's the ultimate secret weapon for quick breakfast perfection, crafted completely from scratch.
Prepare for a delightful bite that's wonderfully soft and airy on the inside with a delicate, slightly crisp exterior. These biscuits offer a classic, comforting flavor profile, subtly savory with just a hint of sweetness if you choose to include the optional sugar. You'll find yourself reaching for these again and again, proving that truly homemade goodness doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming.
This recipe offers simple flexibility to fit your pantry. If buttermilk isn't on hand, you can easily use whole milk for a similar rich result. For those who prefer a less sweet biscuit, simply omit the sugar—they're just as delicious. You could even stir in a pinch of garlic powder or dried herbs for a savory twist.
These homemade biscuits are a true breakfast champion, perfect for a cozy weekend morning. Serve them warm with butter and jam, alongside scrambled eggs, or as a delightful companion to a hearty sausage gravy.