Homestyle Biscuits

Light and flaky biscuits make excellent additions to holiday meals and family gatherings.

Serves 15 · Grains

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Ingredients

Units: US Metric
  • 2 cups flour (all purpose)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2/3 cup buttermilk (low-fat)
  • 3 1/3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Make it lactose-friendly
  • 2/3 cup buttermilk (low-fat) → lactose-free milk + 1 tsp lemon juice per cup

Swaps are suggestions, not medical advice. Check labels if lactose is a serious issue for you.

Steps

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. Preheat oven to 450 °F.
  3. In medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  4. In small bowl, stir together buttermilk and oil. Pour over flour mixture and stir until well mixed.
  5. On lightly floured surface, knead dough gently for 10 to 12 strokes. Roll or pat dough to ¾-inch thickness. Cut with a 2-inch round biscuit or cookie cutter, dipping cookie cutter in flour between cuts. Transfer biscuits to an ungreased baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories99
Protein2.0 g
Fat3.0 g
Carbs15.0 g
Fiber0.0 g
Sodium146 mg

Source

USDA MyPlate Kitchen — Public domain (U.S. government work)