Old-Fashioned Lard Biscuits
Ingredients
- 240 gall-purpose flour
plus more for dusting the work surface
- 10 gbaking powder
- ¼ tspbaking soda
- 6 gkosher salt
- 72 gleaf lard
cold
- 240 gbuttermilk
cold
Directions
- 1
Position an oven rack to the center position and preheat to 450°F/230°C.
- 2
Spray a cake pan with non-stick spray or line a sheet pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- 3
Measure out all ingredients. Keep the lard and buttermilk in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- 4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour (240 grams, 2 cups), baking powder (1 tablespoon), baking soda (¼ teaspoon), and salt (6 grams, 1 ¼ teaspoon).
- 5
Add the cold lard (85 grams, 6 tablespoons) to the mixing bowl and cut it into the flour mixture. To do this, press down on the fat with the wires of the pastry blender or the tines of a fork as you move it around the bowl. Continue cutting the fat into the flour until most of the pieces of fat are about the size of peas with some pieces being about the size of a walnut half.
- 6
Add the cold buttermilk (240 grams, 1 cup) into the bowl and stir with a spoon or a silicone spatula just until combined. This should only take a few turns. The dough will be pretty wet and sticky.
- 7
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured counter. Dust flour over the top of the dough. With floured hands bring the dough together into one mass.
- 8
Pat the dough out (do not roll with a rolling pin) until it is about 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick. Using a bench knife (or a metal spatula can be helpful if you do not have a bench knife), fold the dough in half and then turn it 90 degrees. Pat out and fold again for a total of 6 times. This process is creating layers that will create flaky biscuits.
- 9
Press the dough out to about 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick and use a round cutter that is about 2.5-inches (6 cm) in diameter to cut out your biscuits. When cutting out, dip your cutter in flour, press straight down, and pull it back up without twisting it. Twisting can seal the edge of your biscuit, not allowing it to rise fully. Gently pat the scraps together to cut out the rest of your biscuits. Alternatively, you can pat the dough into a rectangle and use a sharp knife to divide the dough into 8 rectangular-shaped biscuits.
- 10
Place the biscuits in the prepared cake pan or baking sheet with the edges touching so they will rise up against each other.
- 11
As an optional step, place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes before baking. This will ensure that your biscuits will not spread too much and will allow your oven to fully pre-heat.
- 12
Bake at 450°F/230°C for 13-15 minutes until golden brown. Do not open the oven door for at least the first half of baking time. You want the steam to stay trapped in the oven to help with the rise.
- 13
Brush biscuits with melted butter or top with sausage gravy.
Old-Fashioned Lard Biscuits
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About this Recipe
Craving the comforting taste of homemade biscuits without the fuss? These Old-Fashioned Lard Biscuits are incredibly easy to make, offering tender, flaky perfection with just 6 simple ingredients. Get ready to enjoy a true classic!
What makes these biscuits truly special is their straightforward approach and the classic combination of leaf lard and buttermilk. This time-honored pairing ensures a wonderfully rich flavor and that distinct flaky texture that defines a perfect biscuit, all while keeping the process simple. The recipe’s elegance lies in its reliance on quality ingredients working together for a delicious result.
Prepare yourself for a batch of genuinely tender and flaky biscuits, each bite melting in your mouth. You'll find a subtle richness from the lard, balanced by the tang of buttermilk, creating a deeply comforting and satisfying experience. These aren't fussy or complicated; they're the kind of simple, honest biscuits that remind you of classic home cooking, providing warmth and satisfaction with every serving.
These Old-Fashioned Lard Biscuits shine brightest as a comforting companion. While this recipe is celebrated for its specific combination of leaf lard and buttermilk that creates its signature tender, flaky texture, the best customization lies in what you pair it with. The recipe description itself suggests serving these biscuits with a Classic Sausage Gravy for an ultimate comforting meal.
Perfect for a hearty breakfast or a comforting brunch, these biscuits are designed to be a warm, welcoming addition to any meal. Their simple, honest flavor makes them incredibly versatile, ready to complete a comforting spread or be enjoyed on their own.