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Golden-brown Southern biscuits stacked on a plate

How to grow Perfect Biscuits in 5 Minutes

This recipe guides you through making perfect biscuits quickly. It focuses on using simple ingredients and a rapid technique to achieve fluffy, delicious results in just 5 minutes.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 8 biscuits
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 3/4 cup cold milk

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • pastry blender or fingertips
  • biscuit cutter or glass

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
Mixing and Baking
  1. Cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add the cold milk, mixing until just combined and a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  4. Using a biscuit cutter or a floured glass, cut out biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the biscuits are puffed.

Notes

For extra flaky biscuits, avoid overworking the dough. You can also brush the tops with melted butter before baking for a richer flavor and golden crust.